European Subterranean Termite vs Milk Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Subterranean Termite | Milk Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Reticulitermes lucifugus | Schedorhinotermes lamanianus |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Rhinotermitidae | Rhinotermitidae |
| Size | Workers 3-5 mm, soldiers 4-6 mm | Workers 4-5 mm, major soldiers 7-8 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Caves |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Europe (Mediterranean region) | Northern Australia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
European Subterranean Termite
The most widespread subterranean termite in southern Europe. It damages wooden structures and historical buildings across the Mediterranean.
Did You Know?
Its species name lucifugus means light-fleeing, referring to its strictly underground habit.
Milk Termite
A large subterranean termite from tropical Australia with two distinct soldier sizes. Major soldiers have large mandibles while minor soldiers are smaller.
Did You Know?
It gets its common name from the milky white secretion that soldiers exude when the colony is disturbed.