Asian Subterranean Termite vs Compass Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Subterranean Termite | Compass Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coptotermes gestroi | Amitermes laurensis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Rhinotermitidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 3-6 mm | 4-6mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Grasslands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Caribbean, South America, Florida | Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Asian Subterranean Termite
A highly invasive subterranean termite that has spread throughout tropical regions worldwide. They are especially destructive in urban environments and boat timbers.
Did You Know?
They have been transported globally through infested shipping materials and now threaten wooden structures on every tropical continent.
Compass Termite
A termite that builds wedge-shaped mounds oriented east-west, exposing the broad face to the morning and evening sun. This orientation helps regulate internal temperature. Mounds dot the Cape York landscape.
Did You Know?
Its mound orientation is the opposite of the magnetic termite, with the broad face pointing east-west.