African Dampwood Termite vs Grenada Tree Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Dampwood Termite | Grenada Tree Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neotermes aburiensis | Nasutitermes costalis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Kalotermitidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 5-10 mm | 5-8 mm workers |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | West Africa (Ghana, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Cameroon) | Grenada, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
African Dampwood Termite
A primitive termite species that nests inside damp, rotting wood rather than building external mounds. Colonies are relatively small compared to mound-building species. Soldiers have large phragmotic heads used to block tunnel entrances.
Did You Know?
Soldiers use their flattened heads like a cork to plug tunnel openings, providing an impenetrable barrier against ant raids.
Grenada Tree Termite
A common tree-nesting termite found across the Caribbean. It builds large dark carton nests on tree trunks and branches.
Did You Know?
Soldier termites squirt a sticky chemical from a nozzle-shaped head to immobilize attackers.