Drywood Termite vs Asian Subterranean Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Drywood Termite | Asian Subterranean Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cryptotermes brevis | Coptotermes gestroi |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Kalotermitidae | Rhinotermitidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 3-6 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Caves |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America, South America, Central America, Africa, Oceania | Southeast Asia, Caribbean, South America, Florida |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Drywood Termite
A small termite that lives entirely within dry wood without needing contact with soil. It forms small colonies inside furniture, structural timbers, and dead branches.
Did You Know?
Drywood termites produce distinctive hexagonal fecal pellets that they kick out of tiny holes in wood, often the first sign of their presence.
Asian Subterranean Termite
A highly invasive subterranean termite that has spread throughout tropical regions worldwide. They are especially destructive in urban environments and boat timbers.
Did You Know?
They have been transported globally through infested shipping materials and now threaten wooden structures on every tropical continent.