White-letter Hairstreak vs Lobster Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-letter Hairstreak | Lobster Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Satyrium w-album | Nauphoeta cinerea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | Wingspan 26-30mm | 25-30 mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Forests |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Africa, Asia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
White-letter Hairstreak
A small dark butterfly with a distinctive W-shaped white line on the hindwing underside. Breeds on elm.
Did You Know?
Has declined dramatically due to Dutch elm disease destroying its food plant across Europe.
Lobster Cockroach
A small to medium cockroach with mottled grey-brown coloring that is widely used in scientific research and as feeder insects. It communicates using pheromones.
Did You Know?
Male lobster cockroaches establish dominance hierarchies using chemical signals, and subordinate males alter their pheromone profiles to avoid confrontation.