Walker's Nasute Termite vs Australian Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Walker's Nasute Termite | Australian Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nasutitermes walkeri | Periplaneta australasiae |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Blattidae |
| Size | Workers 4-5 mm, soldiers 5-6 mm | 23-35 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Eastern Australia | Oceania, Asia, Africa, South America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Walker's Nasute Termite
An arboreal termite that builds round carton nests on tree trunks in eastern Australia. Its nests are made from chewed wood cemented with fecal material.
Did You Know?
Its arboreal nests provide shelter to many other invertebrate species including spiders and beetles.
Australian Cockroach
A large tropical cockroach similar to the American cockroach but with distinctive yellow markings on the pronotum and wing edges. It is a strong flier.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, the Australian cockroach is believed to have originated in tropical Africa and spread worldwide through maritime trade.