Western Bushtail Caddisfly vs Processional Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Bushtail Caddisfly | Processional Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gumaga nigricula | Hospitalitermes medioflavus |
| Order | Trichoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Sericostomatidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Borneo, Peninsular Malaysia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Western Bushtail Caddisfly
A western North American caddisfly that constructs smooth cylindrical cases from fine sand. Larvae are leaf-shredders in forested streams.
Did You Know?
Larvae migrate upstream as they grow, compensating for the downstream drift they experienced as young instars.
Processional Termite
An open-trail foraging termite found in Borneo's rainforests that travels in long exposed columns through the forest. Workers carry balls of lichen and soil in their mandibles back to the nest. The species is notable for its bold, exposed foraging behavior.
Did You Know?
Workers carry a conspicuous ball of food material on their heads during the return march, making the foraging columns look like miniature processions.