Uhler's Wood Cockroach vs Pacific Dampwood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Uhler's Wood Cockroach | Pacific Dampwood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Parcoblatta uhleriana | Zootermopsis laticeps |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Ectobiidae | Archotermopsidae |
| Size | 14-20 mm | 12-18mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern United States | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Uhler's Wood Cockroach
A medium-sized native wood cockroach found in the eastern United States. Males are strong fliers while females are brachypterous.
Did You Know?
It is named after the entomologist Philip Reese Uhler, who studied Hemiptera and other insect orders in the 1800s.
Pacific Dampwood Termite
A large termite with soldiers that have broad flattened heads and strong mandibles. It inhabits damp rotting wood in forests. Colonies are relatively small, typically under 4,000 individuals.
Did You Know?
Soldiers vibrate their heads against tunnel walls to create alarm signals that warn the colony of danger.