African Moon Moth vs Walker's Nasute Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Moon Moth | Walker's Nasute Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Argema mimosae | Nasutitermes walkeri |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Saturniidae | Termitidae |
| Size | Wingspan 100-120mm | Workers 4-5 mm, soldiers 5-6 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
African Moon Moth
A large pale green silk moth with long hindwing tails and maroon eyespots on each wing. Males have broad feathery antennae.
Did You Know?
It is closely related to the Madagascan comet moth but has shorter tails and a wider African distribution.
Walker's Nasute Termite
An arboreal termite that builds round carton nests on tree trunks in eastern Australia. Its nests are made from chewed wood cemented with fecal material.
Did You Know?
Its arboreal nests provide shelter to many other invertebrate species including spiders and beetles.