Dark Southern Drywood Termite vs Blue Carpenter Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Southern Drywood Termite | Blue Carpenter Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cryptotermes cavifrons | Xylocopa caerulea |
| Order | Blattodea | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Kalotermitidae | Apidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 20-23 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States, Caribbean | Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Dark Southern Drywood Termite
A native drywood termite of the southeastern United States and Caribbean. They infest hardwoods and are commonly found in dead tree branches and stumps.
Did You Know?
Their soldiers use their uniquely roughened heads to block gallery entrances with a sandpaper-like grip.
Blue Carpenter Bee
A striking large bee with brilliant blue iridescent coloring. Nests in dead wood by boring tunnels. Despite their intimidating size, they are generally docile and rarely sting.
Did You Know?
The blue carpenter bee is one of the few truly blue bees in the world — its stunning metallic blue coloring comes from structural nanostructures rather than pigment.