Bilobatus Soil Termite vs Firebrat
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bilobatus Soil Termite | Firebrat |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cubitermes bilobatodes | Thermobia domestica |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Lepismatidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Indoors |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central and West Africa | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bilobatus Soil Termite
An African soil-feeding termite found in moist forests and forest-savanna transitional zones. Mounds are small and may have a single cap or multiple cap layers. Workers feed on the highly organic upper soil layers.
Did You Know?
The soil processed and expelled by Cubitermes colonies has significantly altered mineral composition compared to surrounding soil, creating distinct micro-habitats.
Firebrat
A heat-loving relative of the silverfish that thrives at temperatures of 37-39C. Found near furnaces, boilers, and bakeries. One of the most thermophilic household insects.
Did You Know?
Firebrats seek out the hottest spots in buildings — they have been found living happily inside commercial bread ovens and next to industrial furnaces at nearly 40C.