Southeastern Drywood Termite vs Centurion Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southeastern Drywood Termite | Centurion Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Incisitermes snyderi | Gyna centurio |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Kalotermitidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | 7–11 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States | Central Africa (Cameroon, Gabon) |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Southeastern Drywood Termite
A drywood termite found in the southeastern United States that infests structural timber. Colonies are small but can persist for decades undetected.
Did You Know?
Swarms are attracted to lights at night, and finding shed wings on windowsills is often the first sign of infestation.
Centurion Cockroach
A colorful African cockroach with orange and brown markings on its pronotum. It is named for the helmet-like appearance of its thorax.
Did You Know?
Its centurion name comes from the Roman helmet-shaped marking on its pronotum.