Dark Western Drywood Termite vs Elm Zigzag Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Western Drywood Termite | Elm Zigzag Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Incisitermes fruticavus | Aproceros leucopoda |
| Order | Blattodea | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Kalotermitidae | Argidae |
| Size | Workers 5-7 mm, soldiers 6-8 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southwestern United States, Sonoran Desert | East Asia, invasive in Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Dark Western Drywood Termite
A drywood termite found in arid regions of the southwestern United States. It infests dead wood in desert trees and shrubs.
Did You Know?
It commonly infests dead wood of palo verde trees and mesquite in the Sonoran Desert.
Elm Zigzag Sawfly
A small, pale green sawfly of East Asian origin that has become invasive in Europe. Larvae create distinctive zigzag feeding patterns on elm leaves.
Did You Know?
This species reproduces entirely by parthenogenesis in its invasive range; males have never been found in Europe.