Atlas Longhorn vs Milk Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Atlas Longhorn | Milk Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrotoma palmata | Schedorhinotermes lamanianus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Rhinotermitidae |
| Size | 40-65 mm | Workers 4-5 mm, major soldiers 7-8 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Caves |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa | Northern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Atlas Longhorn
A large prionine beetle from tropical Africa with palmate (comb-like) antennae in males. The body is dark brown with a robust build. Larvae develop in large fallen trunks of savanna trees.
Did You Know?
The elaborate comb-like antennae of males are thought to detect female pheromones with extreme sensitivity.
Milk Termite
A large subterranean termite from tropical Australia with two distinct soldier sizes. Major soldiers have large mandibles while minor soldiers are smaller.
Did You Know?
It gets its common name from the milky white secretion that soldiers exude when the colony is disturbed.