African Mound Termite vs Walker's Nasute Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Mound Termite | Walker's Nasute Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrotermes michaelseni | Nasutitermes walkeri |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 7-12 mm workers | Workers 4-5 mm, soldiers 5-6 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | Eastern Australia |
| 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.
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.