Wide-horned Hissing Cockroach vs Zebra Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wide-horned Hissing Cockroach | Zebra Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gromphadorhina oblongonota | Eurytides marcellus |
| Order | Blattodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Blaberidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 50-70 mm | 64-100 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Eastern United States |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Wide-horned Hissing Cockroach
A large Madagascan hissing cockroach with prominent wide pronotal bumps. It is often confused with G. portentosa but has a different horn shape.
Did You Know?
Each individual produces a unique hiss pattern that other cockroaches can distinguish.
Zebra Swallowtail
A pale greenish-white swallowtail with bold black stripes and very long hindwing tails. Its striking zebra-like pattern makes it one of the most recognizable North American butterflies.
Did You Know?
Spring-emerging individuals have shorter tails and darker markings than the larger, paler summer generation.