Lepinotus Booklouse vs Mound-building Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lepinotus Booklouse | Mound-building Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lepinotus reticulatus | Macrotermes gilvus |
| Order | Psocoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Trogiidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 1.0-1.5 mm | 5-12 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Farmland |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Southeast Asia, from India to the Philippines |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Lepinotus Booklouse
A small wingless psocid with a reticulated body surface found in buildings and caves. It tolerates cooler temperatures than most booklice.
Did You Know?
This booklouse is one of the few psocid species regularly found in caves and underground environments.
Mound-building Termite
A fungus-growing termite widespread across Southeast Asia that builds subterranean to semi-subterranean nests with low mound structures. It is a significant pest of rubber, coconut, and oil palm plantations. Workers forage via covered galleries.
Did You Know?
In parts of Thailand and Laos, the winged reproductives of this species are fried and eaten as a popular seasonal snack during the early rainy season.