Aphid vs Subterranean Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Aphid | Subterranean Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Myzus persicae | Reticulitermes flavipes |
| Order | Hemiptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Aphididae | Rhinotermitidae |
| Size | 1-3 mm | 4-8 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Aphid
Tiny sap-sucking insects with extraordinary reproduction. Can reproduce without mating (parthenogenesis) and give birth to live young that are already pregnant, telescoping generations.
Did You Know?
Aphids can telescope generations — a female can contain a developing daughter, who already has a developing granddaughter inside her, all without mating.
Subterranean Termite
The most economically destructive termite species in North America, living in underground colonies that can number in the millions. Workers forage through soil to reach wood.
Did You Know?
Eastern subterranean termites cause an estimated five billion dollars in property damage annually in the United States alone.