Savanna Cubitermes vs Madeira Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Savanna Cubitermes | Madeira Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cubitermes severus | Leucophaea maderae |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 40-50mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Underground |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | West Africa | Africa, South America, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Savanna Cubitermes
A soil-feeding termite building characteristic mushroom-shaped mounds in West African savannas. Workers process large amounts of mineral soil for organic nutrients. The distinctive mound cap sheds rainwater away from the colony.
Did You Know?
The mound's cap structure is added in stages, with each new layer extending outward like an umbrella to protect lower portions from heavy tropical rains.
Madeira Cockroach
A large pale brown cockroach that emits a foul-smelling liquid when disturbed. It cannot climb smooth surfaces. Originally from West Africa, it has become established in tropical regions worldwide.
Did You Know?
It sprays a noxious defensive liquid from abdominal glands that smells terrible and stains skin.