Pacific Dampwood Kalotermitid vs Termite-Nest Silverfish
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pacific Dampwood Kalotermitid | Termite-Nest Silverfish |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neotermes connexus | Atelura formicaria |
| Order | Blattodea | Zygentoma |
| Family | Kalotermitidae | Nicoletiidae |
| Size | Workers 6-9 mm, soldiers 8-12 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Hawaii | Europe |
| 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.
Termite-Nest Silverfish
A small, blind, unpigmented silverfish that lives exclusively inside ant nests. It has evolved chemical mimicry to avoid detection and is tolerated by its ant hosts.
Did You Know?
This silverfish steals food directly from the mouths of ants by mimicking the chemical signals ants use to request food sharing.