Iberian Subterranean Termite vs Cumberland Plateau Cave Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Iberian Subterranean Termite | Cumberland Plateau Cave Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Reticulitermes grassei | Hadenoecus cumberlandicus |
| Order | Blattodea | Orthoptera |
| Family | Rhinotermitidae | Rhaphidophoridae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Caves |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Omnivores |
| Regions | Spain, Portugal, southwestern France | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Iberian Subterranean Termite
A subterranean termite found in the Iberian Peninsula and southwestern France. Colonies build underground galleries in soil and infest wooden structures. The species is of growing economic concern in southern Europe.
Did You Know?
This species has been found infesting ancient Roman ruins and medieval castles across Iberia, slowly destroying irreplaceable archaeological timbers.
Cumberland Plateau Cave Cricket
A cave cricket restricted to caves in the Cumberland Plateau of Tennessee and Kentucky. It has smaller eyes than surface-dwelling relatives.
Did You Know?
It represents an independent colonization of caves from the related H. subterraneus.