Little Sister Sedge vs Soldier-heavy Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Little Sister Sedge | Soldier-heavy Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cheumatopsyche campyla | Pericapritermes nitobei |
| Order | Trichoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Hydropsychidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Southeast Asia, Taiwan, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Little Sister Sedge
A small net-spinning caddisfly widespread in warm-water streams. Larvae tolerate moderate enrichment better than most Hydropsychidae.
Did You Know?
Larvae vibrate their bodies to increase water flow through their catch-nets.
Soldier-heavy Termite
A soil-feeding termite found across Southeast Asia and the Pacific, notable for its snapping-mandible soldiers. Workers consume humus and organic-rich soil. Colonies build diffuse subterranean nests in forest soils.
Did You Know?
Soldiers have asymmetric mandibles that snap shut with tremendous force, producing an audible click that can be heard by researchers excavating the nest.