Thomson's Longhorn vs Nevada Dampwood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thomson's Longhorn | Nevada Dampwood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Batocera thomsonii | Zootermopsis nevadensis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Archotermopsidae |
| Size | 38-60 mm | 10-18 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Philippines | Western United States, from Montana to California |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Thomson's Longhorn
A large and robust cerambycid from the Philippines with chocolate-brown elytra marked by irregular cream-colored patches. It is named after the 19th-century entomologist James Thomson. Larvae develop in breadfruit and mahogany trunks.
Did You Know?
Pupation occurs in a chamber lined with wood shavings that the larva compacts into smooth walls.
Nevada Dampwood Termite
A large dampwood termite found in mountainous regions of western North America. Colonies inhabit moist, decaying wood of coniferous and deciduous trees. The species is notable for its primitive social organization and flexible caste determination.
Did You Know?
Individuals in this species can change between worker and soldier castes depending on colony needs, showing remarkable developmental flexibility.