Dark Southern Subterranean Termite vs Pine Bark Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Southern Subterranean Termite | Pine Bark Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Reticulitermes virginicus | Asemum striatum |
| Order | Blattodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Rhinotermitidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | Workers 3-4 mm, soldiers 4-5 mm | 10-20 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States | Europe, North America, Siberia, Japan |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
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.
Pine Bark Longhorn
A flat, dark grey-brown spondylidine beetle with longitudinal ridges on the elytra. Common in conifer forests across the Northern Hemisphere, it breeds under the bark of dead pines. Adults are nocturnal and hide under bark by day.
Did You Know?
Adults occasionally emerge from structural pine timber in buildings, sometimes years after the wood was milled.