Velvet Longhorn vs Southeastern Drywood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Velvet Longhorn | Southeastern Drywood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichoferus campestris | Incisitermes snyderi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Kalotermitidae |
| Size | 10-20 mm | 7–11 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Central Asia; invasive in Europe, North America, Middle East | Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Velvet Longhorn
A brownish-grey cerambycid covered in fine velvety pubescence, native to Central Asia but now spreading globally through timber trade. It attacks a wide range of deciduous and coniferous trees. Adults are nocturnal fliers.
Did You Know?
This beetle has been intercepted in wood packaging materials on every continent except Antarctica.
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.