Zebra Swallowtail vs Tropical Rough-headed Drywood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zebra Swallowtail | Tropical Rough-headed Drywood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eurytides marcellus | Cryptotermes dudleyi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Papilionidae | Kalotermitidae |
| Size | 64-100 mm wingspan | Workers 4-5 mm, soldiers 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern United States | Pantropical (Africa, Asia, Pacific Islands) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Zebra Swallowtail
A pale greenish-white swallowtail with bold black stripes and very long hindwing tails. Its striking zebra-like pattern makes it one of the most recognizable North American butterflies.
Did You Know?
Spring-emerging individuals have shorter tails and darker markings than the larger, paler summer generation.
Tropical Rough-headed Drywood Termite
A pantropical drywood termite that infests dead wood and structural timber. Soldiers have a distinctive rough, phragmotic head used to block nest tunnels.
Did You Know?
Soldiers use their plug-shaped heads to physically block tunnel entrances, preventing ant invasions.