Spotted Flower Chafer vs Centurion Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spotted Flower Chafer | Centurion Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Protaetia morio | Gyna centurio |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | 15-22mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | Central Africa (Cameroon, Gabon) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Spotted Flower Chafer
A matt black scarab beetle with scattered white spots on its elytra. It feeds on flowers and ripe fruit in Mediterranean regions.
Did You Know?
Unlike most flower chafers this species has a dark non-metallic coloration which is unusual for the group.
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.