Conehead Termite vs Silver-green Leaf Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Conehead Termite | Silver-green Leaf Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nasutitermes ephratae | Phyllobius argentatus |
| Order | Blattodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 3-6 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Central America, Northern South America, Caribbean | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Conehead Termite
A nasute termite of Central America that builds conspicuous dark nests on tree trunks. Soldiers have elongated cone-shaped heads used to spray chemical defenses.
Did You Know?
An invasive population discovered in Florida in 2001 prompted a multimillion-dollar eradication campaign due to their destructive foraging.
Silver-green Leaf Weevil
A beautiful green and gold weevil found on the foliage of deciduous trees and shrubs. Covered in round iridescent scales. A common spring and early summer species.
Did You Know?
Each tiny iridescent scale on its body acts as a miniature diffraction grating, creating the green metallic color.