Drymaplaneta semivitta is a species of cockroach native to Australia and introduced to New Zealand.

[5] It is a glossy dark brown, with distinctive tan or white coloured translucent stripes along each side of its head.

[2][5][6] In males, the third and fourth maxillary palps are enlarged, and the hind tibiae are flattened and expanded.

[7][1] Drymaplaneta semivitta is often found in wood material, such as timber or bark chips.

[2] In cold weather, it can be found in roof cavities and the empty spaces between walls.