Khapra Beetle vs Thatching Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Khapra Beetle | Thatching Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trogoderma granarium | Formica obscuripes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Dermestidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 4-8 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Meadows |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia; quarantine pest worldwide | Western North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Khapra Beetle
A small, oval, hairy beetle considered one of the world's most destructive stored-product pests. Larvae can enter dormancy for years.
Did You Know?
It is so destructive that it is on quarantine watchlists in over 60 countries.
Thatching Ant
A mound-building ant of western North America that constructs large thatched nests from plant debris. Workers are bicolored red and black with powerful mandibles.
Did You Know?
Their mounds can reach over a meter tall and persist for decades, becoming important microhabitats for other organisms.