Dark Western Drywood Termite vs Tropical Rough-headed Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Western Drywood Termite | Tropical Rough-headed Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Incisitermes fruticavus | Heterotermes tenuis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Kalotermitidae | Rhinotermitidae |
| Size | Workers 5-7 mm, soldiers 6-8 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Caves |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Gall Makers |
| Regions | Southwestern United States, Sonoran Desert | Brazil, South America |
| 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.
Tropical Rough-headed Termite
A Neotropical subterranean termite and significant sugarcane pest in Brazil. Colonies are diffuse with interconnected subterranean galleries. Workers attack the roots and lower stems of sugarcane plants, often killing them.
Did You Know?
This species causes estimated losses of over $1 billion annually to the Brazilian sugarcane industry, making it one of the most economically damaging insects in South America.