Hag Moth vs Asian Subterranean Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hag Moth | Asian Subterranean Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phobetron pithecium | Coptotermes gestroi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Limacodidae | Rhinotermitidae |
| Size | 20-28 mm wingspan | 3-6 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Caves |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Southeast Asia, Caribbean, South America, Florida |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Hag Moth
A furry brown moth whose larva is called the monkey slug due to its bizarre shape with curly fleshy lateral projections. The caterpillar looks nothing like a typical lepidopteran larva.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar's curly brown appendages are thought to mimic a shed tarantula skin to deter predators.
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.