Rodrigues Giant Weevil vs Emerald Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rodrigues Giant Weevil | Emerald Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cratopus adspersus | Pseudoglomeris magnifica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Curculionidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 20-25mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Rodrigues Island | Asia |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Data Deficient |
Rodrigues Giant Weevil
A large weevil endemic to Rodrigues Island in the Mascarene archipelago. It is one of the most threatened beetles in the Indian Ocean.
Did You Know?
Loss of native forest has reduced its habitat to less than one percent of Rodrigues Island.
Emerald Cockroach
A stunning cockroach with brilliant metallic emerald-green coloring. It is one of the most beautiful cockroach species in the world. It rolls into a ball like a pill bug when threatened.
Did You Know?
It can curl into a perfect ball like an armadillo, and its emerald green sheen rivals the beauty of any jewel beetle.