African Fungus Termite vs Florida Woods Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Fungus Termite | Florida Woods Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrotermes natalensis | Eurycotis floridana |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Blattidae |
| Size | Workers 5-7 mm, soldiers 12-15 mm | 30-40 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Southern and East Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
African Fungus Termite
A large fungus-cultivating termite that builds complex mounds with sophisticated ventilation systems. Its mounds are among the largest biological structures on Earth.
Did You Know?
Its mound ventilation system maintains internal temperatures within 1 degree Celsius despite external fluctuations of 40 degrees.
Florida Woods Cockroach
A large, slow-moving, nearly wingless cockroach native to the southeastern United States. It is commonly known as the palmetto bug or stinking cockroach.
Did You Know?
When threatened, the Florida woods cockroach sprays a noxious, foul-smelling chemical from glands beneath its abdomen that can temporarily stain skin.