Hastatus Mound Termite vs Uhler's Wood Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hastatus Mound Termite | Uhler's Wood Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tumulitermes hastilis | Parcoblatta uhleriana |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Ectobiidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 14-20 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Northern Australia | Eastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Hastatus Mound Termite
An Australian nasute termite that builds small, spire-shaped mounds in northern tropical regions. Colonies are moderate-sized with highly organized foraging columns. Soldiers accompany workers on surface foraging expeditions.
Did You Know?
The small spire-shaped mounds often occur in dense clusters, creating what appears to be a miniature city across the tropical grassland.
Uhler's Wood Cockroach
A medium-sized native wood cockroach found in the eastern United States. Males are strong fliers while females are brachypterous.
Did You Know?
It is named after the entomologist Philip Reese Uhler, who studied Hemiptera and other insect orders in the 1800s.