Blattodea

Blattodea is the scientific order that includes cockroaches and termites. While often associated separately, termites are actually a subgroup within Blattodea. Cockroaches are insects with flattened bodies, long antennae, and typically quick movements, found worldwide in various environments. Termites are social insects known for their wood-eating habits and complex colonies. Both share common ancestors and biological features, but they have diverged over time. Understanding Blattodea helps in studying these insects, which can impact human health, agriculture, and ecosystems.