African Mound Termite vs Six-spined Engraver Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Mound Termite | Six-spined Engraver Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrotermes michaelseni | Ips calligraphus |
| Order | Blattodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Curculionidae (Scolytinae) |
| Size | 7-12 mm workers | 3.5–6.5 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
African Mound Termite
A large termite species that builds towering mounds with sophisticated ventilation systems across African savannas. The mounds maintain remarkably stable internal conditions.
Did You Know?
The ventilation system in these termite mounds inspired the design of the Eastgate Centre in Harare, Zimbabwe, a building that uses 90 percent less energy for climate control than conventional buildings.
Six-spined Engraver Beetle
A pine-infesting bark beetle found across eastern North America. It is named for the six spine-like teeth on its rear wing covers.
Did You Know?
Males excavate a nuptial chamber under the bark where they mate with up to four females.