Malaysian Subterranean Termite vs Giant African Longhorn Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malaysian Subterranean Termite | Giant African Longhorn Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coptotermes curvignathus | Petrognatha gigas |
| Order | Blattodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Rhinotermitidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | Workers 4-5 mm, soldiers 5-7 mm | 50-80 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Malaysia, Indonesia, Southeast Asia | West Africa, Central Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Malaysian Subterranean Termite
An aggressive subterranean termite that attacks living trees and wooden structures in Southeast Asia. Soldiers have distinctly curved mandibles.
Did You Know?
It is a major pest of rubber and oil palm plantations, attacking healthy living trees from below ground.
Giant African Longhorn Beetle
One of Africa's largest longhorn beetles with mottled grey-brown bark-like camouflage. Its antennae can be longer than its body.
Did You Know?
Its superb bark-mimicking pattern makes it nearly invisible when resting on a tree trunk.