Asian Subterranean Termite vs Florida Drywood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Subterranean Termite | Florida Drywood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coptotermes gestroi | Calcaritermes nearcticus |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Rhinotermitidae | Kalotermitidae |
| Size | 3-6 mm | Workers 4-5 mm, soldiers 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Caribbean, South America, Florida | Southeastern United States (Florida, coastal Southeast) |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
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.
Florida Drywood Termite
A small drywood termite native to the southeastern United States. Soldiers have distinctive calcar-like projections on their tibiae.
Did You Know?
Its tibial spurs (calcars) give the genus its name and are used in defense alongside its mandibles.