Tropical Rough-headed Termite vs Ash Bark Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tropical Rough-headed Termite | Ash Bark Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Heterotermes tenuis | Magdalis armigera |
| Order | Blattodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Rhinotermitidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Gall Makers |
| Regions | Brazil, South America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tropical Rough-headed Termite
A Neotropical subterranean termite and significant sugarcane pest in Brazil. Colonies are diffuse with interconnected subterranean galleries. Workers attack the roots and lower stems of sugarcane plants, often killing them.
Did You Know?
This species causes estimated losses of over $1 billion annually to the Brazilian sugarcane industry, making it one of the most economically damaging insects in South America.
Ash Bark Weevil
A small black weevil that breeds under the bark of ash trees. Larvae create winding galleries in the cambium. Has become more noticed with ash dieback disease.
Did You Know?
Often colonizes ash trees already weakened by ash dieback disease, accelerating their decline.