Sand Cockroach vs Indian Fungus-growing Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sand Cockroach | Indian Fungus-growing Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arenivaga investigata | Odontotermes obesus |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Corydiidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | Workers 4-6 mm, soldiers 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Farmland |
| Diet | Detritivores | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | North America | India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Sand Cockroach
A desert cockroach that extracts water vapor from moist sand through special mouthparts.
Did You Know?
It can absorb atmospheric water vapor at humidities as low as 83 percent.
Indian Fungus-growing Termite
A major fungus-cultivating termite pest in the Indian subcontinent. It causes significant damage to crops, trees, and wooden structures.
Did You Know?
It is considered one of the most economically destructive termite species in South Asia.