Turkestan Cockroach vs Western Subterranean Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Turkestan Cockroach | Western Subterranean Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Shelfordella lateralis | Reticulitermes hesperus |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Blattidae | Rhinotermitidae |
| Size | 20-30 mm | 4–8 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, North America, Europe | Western North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Turkestan Cockroach
A medium-sized cockroach originally from Central Asia that is rapidly displacing the oriental cockroach in many urban areas. Males are slender with tan wings while females are dark and wingless.
Did You Know?
The Turkestan cockroach has become the most common outdoor cockroach in the southwestern United States, having largely outcompeted the oriental cockroach in just a few decades.
Western Subterranean Termite
The most common structural pest termite in western North America. Colonies build extensive underground tunnel networks connecting to above-ground wood sources.
Did You Know?
A single colony can contain over one million individuals and forage across an area of half an acre.