Coffee Longhorn vs Dark Southern Subterranean Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Coffee Longhorn | Dark Southern Subterranean Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xylotrechus quadripes | Reticulitermes virginicus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Rhinotermitidae |
| Size | 12-20 mm | Workers 3-4 mm, soldiers 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Caves |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Indonesia | Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Coffee Longhorn
A significant pest of arabica coffee in South and Southeast Asia, with zigzag yellow markings on dark brown elytra. Larvae bore into the main stems of coffee bushes, causing branch die-back. Adults emerge during the monsoon season.
Did You Know?
Infestations can kill entire coffee bushes within a single season, causing up to 30% crop loss in some regions.
Dark Southern Subterranean Termite
A common subterranean termite in the southeastern United States. It is smaller and less destructive than the eastern subterranean termite but still causes significant damage.
Did You Know?
It often coexists with the eastern subterranean termite, with both species found in the same logs.