Pacific Dampwood Kalotermitid vs Bark Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pacific Dampwood Kalotermitid | Bark Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neotermes connexus | Laxta granicollis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Kalotermitidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | Workers 6-9 mm, soldiers 8-12 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Hawaii | Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Pacific Dampwood Kalotermitid
A large kalotermitid termite native to Hawaii that infests damp wood. It is the most common native termite species in the Hawaiian Islands.
Did You Know?
It is one of only a few native Hawaiian termite species predating human arrival on the islands.
Bark Cockroach
A flat oval cockroach that lives exclusively under eucalyptus bark.
Did You Know?
Its extremely flat body allows it to squeeze into bark crevices just one millimeter wide.