Emerald Long-Horned Beetle vs European Dampwood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Emerald Long-Horned Beetle | European Dampwood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Callichroma velutinum | Kalotermes flavicollis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Kalotermitidae |
| Size | 20-30 mm | 6–9 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | Southern Europe, North Africa, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Emerald Long-Horned Beetle
A beautiful velvety green longhorn beetle found in tropical African forests. It has a downy texture unlike the glossy finish of most beetles.
Did You Know?
Its green coloration comes from tiny hair-like structures rather than pigment or shell structure.
European Dampwood Termite
The most widespread termite in Europe, inhabiting dead branches of oaks and other broadleaf trees. Colonies are small, typically with a few hundred individuals.
Did You Know?
It is the only termite native to most of Europe and has been known since Aristotle first described termites.