Western Subterranean Termite vs Pale-winged Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Subterranean Termite | Pale-winged Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Reticulitermes hesperus | Peripsocus phaeopterus |
| Order | Blattodea | Psocoptera |
| Family | Rhinotermitidae | Peripsocidae |
| Size | 4–8 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Western North America | Europe |
| 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.
Pale-winged Barklouse
A common European bark louse with smoky brown wings. It lives on tree trunks where it scrapes algae and lichen from the bark.
Did You Know?
Females guard their egg clusters on tree bark until they hatch.