Corn Earworm vs Indian Fungus-growing Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Corn Earworm | Indian Fungus-growing Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Helicoverpa zea | Odontotermes obesus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Noctuidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan | Workers 4-6 mm, soldiers 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Americas | India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Corn Earworm
A highly polyphagous moth whose caterpillars feed inside corn ears, tomato fruits, and cotton bolls. It is one of the costliest crop pests in the Americas.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars are cannibalistic, so usually only one survives per corn ear.
Indian Fungus-growing Termite
A major fungus-cultivating termite pest in the Indian subcontinent. It causes significant damage to crops, trees, and wooden structures.
Did You Know?
It is considered one of the most economically destructive termite species in South Asia.