Grallatotermes Bark Termite vs Nevada Dampwood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Grallatotermes Bark Termite | Nevada Dampwood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Grallatotermes africanus | Zootermopsis nevadensis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Archotermopsidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 10-18 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa | Western United States, from Montana to California |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Grallatotermes Bark Termite
An African arboreal termite that builds thin sheeting galleries over tree bark surfaces. Workers forage beneath these protective coverings, consuming bark and lichen. The species is common in tropical African forests.
Did You Know?
The thin carton galleries this species builds over tree bark are so extensive they can cover entire tree trunks, making the tree appear to be coated in mud.
Nevada Dampwood Termite
A large dampwood termite found in mountainous regions of western North America. Colonies inhabit moist, decaying wood of coniferous and deciduous trees. The species is notable for its primitive social organization and flexible caste determination.
Did You Know?
Individuals in this species can change between worker and soldier castes depending on colony needs, showing remarkable developmental flexibility.