Striped Cockroach vs Alfalfa Leafcutter Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Striped Cockroach | Alfalfa Leafcutter Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blatta lateralis | Megachile rotundata |
| Order | Blattodea | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Blattidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 20-28 mm | 7-9 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Central Asia, Middle East, introduced to southern Europe | North America, Europe, introduced to other regions |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Striped Cockroach
A medium-sized cockroach with distinct lateral stripes along its body. Males have wings while females are wingless with a broad abdomen.
Did You Know?
It is widely bred as a feeder insect under the name red runner cockroach due to its fast movements.
Alfalfa Leafcutter Bee
A small solitary bee that cuts precise circular pieces from leaves to construct nest cells. It is the most important managed pollinator of alfalfa seed crops in North America.
Did You Know?
Alfalfa seed yields increased up to 1,000% when this bee was introduced as a managed pollinator.