Malagasy Drywood Termite vs Forest Caterpillar Hunter
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malagasy Drywood Termite | Forest Caterpillar Hunter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cryptotermes kirbyi | Calosoma sycophanta |
| Order | Blattodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Kalotermitidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Madagascar | Europe, North Africa; introduced to North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Malagasy Drywood Termite
A small drywood termite that forms compact colonies inside dead branches and timber. Soldiers have distinctive phragmotic heads used to block tunnel entrances.
Did You Know?
Soldiers use their heavily armored, plug-shaped heads as living barricades to block gallery entrances against invading ants.
Forest Caterpillar Hunter
A large, brilliant metallic green and gold ground beetle that climbs trees to hunt caterpillars. It was introduced to North America for gypsy moth biocontrol.
Did You Know?
A single beetle can consume over 300 caterpillars during its larval and adult life.