Queensland Cathedral Termite vs Drywood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Queensland Cathedral Termite | Drywood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nasutitermes magnus | Cryptotermes brevis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Kalotermitidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 4-7 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Indoors |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Tropical Queensland, Australia | North America, South America, Central America, Africa, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Queensland Cathedral Termite
A large Australian nasute termite that constructs impressive cathedral-like mounds in tropical Queensland. Mounds are tall and narrow with multiple turrets and spires. Colonies can persist for many decades.
Did You Know?
The cathedral mounds of this species are some of the most architecturally ornate in Australia, with elaborate buttresses and turrets.
Drywood Termite
A small termite that lives entirely within dry wood without needing contact with soil. It forms small colonies inside furniture, structural timbers, and dead branches.
Did You Know?
Drywood termites produce distinctive hexagonal fecal pellets that they kick out of tiny holes in wood, often the first sign of their presence.