Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite vs Cascade Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite | Cascade Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nasutitermes corniger | Platypedia areolata |
| Order | Blattodea | Hemiptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 18-24 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, South America, Caribbean | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite
A common arboreal termite in the Americas that builds large dark carton nests in trees. Covered foraging trails extend from the nest down the trunk to the forest floor.
Did You Know?
Their tree nests can weigh over 50 kilograms and house more than a million individuals.
Cascade Cicada
A small western North American cicada that produces sound by wing-flicking rather than typical tymbals. It is found in mountainous conifer forests.
Did You Know?
Instead of the typical buzzing song, it communicates by rapidly clicking its wings against branches.