Western Subterranean Termite vs Flavolined Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Subterranean Termite | Flavolined Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Reticulitermes hesperus | Macrodontia flavipennis |
| Order | Blattodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Rhinotermitidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 4–8 mm | 45-75 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Western North America | Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Western Subterranean Termite
The most common structural pest termite in western North America. Colonies build extensive underground tunnel networks connecting to above-ground wood sources.
Did You Know?
A single colony can contain over one million individuals and forage across an area of half an acre.
Flavolined Longhorn
A large prionine beetle with yellowish elytra and dark veined patterns, found in the Amazon basin. It is less well known than its more famous congeners. Larvae develop in large fallen trunks in primary forest.
Did You Know?
Adults are attracted to mercury vapor lights and are most commonly collected at light traps during the wet season.