- Source: Corydidarum magnifica
Corydidarum magnifica, also known as Pseudoglomeris magnifica and the emerald cockroach, is a species of cockroach native to Vietnam and southern China, typically found under leaf litter or on tree bark.
Description
The species grows up to 30 mm, with the females being larger and thicker than the males. The adult females also lack wings, which are only present on adult males. They exhibit metallic green coloration.
Behaviour
Unlike most species of cockroaches, they are diurnal and arboreal, with the ability to climb smooth surfaces. After ecdysis, they do not consume their old exoskeleton.
The females gestate their young for up to 6 months.
