Four-spotted Flat-face vs Malaysian Subterranean Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Four-spotted Flat-face | Malaysian Subterranean Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anoplophora macularia | Coptotermes curvignathus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Rhinotermitidae |
| Size | 22-35 mm | Workers 4-5 mm, soldiers 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Caves |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Central China (Sichuan, Hubei, Shaanxi) | Malaysia, Indonesia, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Four-spotted Flat-face
A glossy black longhorn with four large white spots on its elytra, found in montane forests of central China. It is less well known than the invasive A. glabripennis but occurs in similar habitats. Larvae develop in living maple and birch trees.
Did You Know?
Unlike its notorious relative the Asian longhorn beetle, this species has never been found outside its native range.
Malaysian Subterranean Termite
An aggressive subterranean termite that attacks living trees and wooden structures in Southeast Asia. Soldiers have distinctly curved mandibles.
Did You Know?
It is a major pest of rubber and oil palm plantations, attacking healthy living trees from below ground.