Southeastern Drywood Termite vs Great Green Bush-Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southeastern Drywood Termite | Great Green Bush-Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Incisitermes snyderi | Tettigonia viridissima |
| Order | Blattodea | Orthoptera |
| Family | Kalotermitidae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 7–11 mm | 28-42 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Southeastern Drywood Termite
A drywood termite found in the southeastern United States that infests structural timber. Colonies are small but can persist for decades undetected.
Did You Know?
Swarms are attracted to lights at night, and finding shed wings on windowsills is often the first sign of infestation.
Great Green Bush-Cricket
One of the largest katydids in Europe, with a bright green body and long wings. Males produce a loud, sustained stridulation audible from great distances.
Did You Know?
Despite being largely herbivorous, great green bush-crickets are avid predators and will readily hunt and consume other insects including caterpillars and flies.