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Pale-bordered Field Cockroach

Pseudomops septentrionalis

Photo by LaurenZarate
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Field Notes

Description:

A very lovely forest Cockroach, about 1.5 cm long. The upper wings of this cockroach can vary in color from black to blue-black to reddish-brown. Family Ectobiidae.

Habitat:

Huasteca Forest, Edward James Surrealism Park, Xilitla, San Luis Potosí.

Notes:

http://bugguide.net/node/view/1038540/bgimage
http://naturalista.conabio.gob.mx/observations/432589
http://www.roachforum.com/index.phpshowtopic=2093
http://bugguide.net/node/view/943249/bgpage

Species ID Suggestions

Pale-bordered Field Cockroach

Pseudomops septentrionalis

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SukanyaDatta
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Comments (3)
LaurenZarate
Yes, me too. I'll check that I have that option activated! Thank you!
SukanyaDatta
I have checked an option that PN has..I get an email whenever someone suggests an ID. I hate to have unknown spottings (rather childish...sorry) and feel a deep sense of satisfaction when a spotting gets a name. I detest cockroaches...but your spotting was actually attractive!
LaurenZarate
Thank you Sukanya! You are never a pain! It is wonderful to have your help! Sorry I was missing your ID suggestions, for some reason, they don't always appear like the comments do.

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PublishedJanuary 29, 2016

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