Corydidarum magnifica,[3] also known as Pseudoglomeris magnifica and the emerald cockroach,[citation needed] is a species of cockroach native to Vietnam and southern China, typically found under leaf litter or on tree bark.

The species grows up to 30 mm,[4] with the females being larger and thicker than the males.

They exhibit metallic green coloration.

Unlike most species of cockroaches, they are diurnal and arboreal, with the ability to climb smooth surfaces.

[5] The females gestate their young for up to 6 months.