Western Subterranean Termite vs Madagascan Pill Millipede

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Western Subterranean Termite Madagascan Pill Millipede
Scientific Name Reticulitermes hesperus Zoosphaerium neptunus
Order Blattodea Sphaerotheriida
Family Rhinotermitidae Arthrosphaeridae
Size 4–8 mm 40-60 mm when curled
Habitat Underground Forests
Diet Wood Feeders Wood Feeders
Regions Western North America Madagascar
Conservation Not Evaluated Not Evaluated

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.

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Did You Know?

A single colony can contain over one million individuals and forage across an area of half an acre.

Madagascan Pill Millipede

A giant pill millipede endemic to Madagascar that can roll into a perfect ball. It is one of the largest pill millipedes in the world.

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Did You Know?

Males produce sounds by stridulation to attract females during courtship.