Dark Southern Drywood Termite vs Indian White Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Southern Drywood Termite | Indian White Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cryptotermes cavifrons | Odontotermes horni |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Kalotermitidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 4-8 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States, Caribbean | India, Sri Lanka |
| 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.
Indian White Termite
A fungus-cultivating termite common in the forests and agricultural areas of the Indian subcontinent. Colonies build subterranean nests with fungus gardens. Workers are pale white and forage beneath covered runways on the soil surface.
Did You Know?
The Termitomyces mushrooms that fruit from this species' fungus gardens are among the largest edible mushrooms in the world, with caps up to 1 meter wide.