Barberi's Angel Insect vs Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Barberi's Angel Insect | Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zorotypus barberi | Nasutitermes corniger |
| Order | Zoraptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Zorotypidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, Panama | Central America, South America, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Barberi's Angel Insect
A tiny colonial insect living in decomposing wood in tropical forests. It exhibits dimorphism, with blind apterous and eyed alate forms.
Did You Know?
This species was one of the first zorapterans discovered in Central America.
Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite
A common arboreal termite in the Americas that builds large dark carton nests in trees. Covered foraging trails extend from the nest down the trunk to the forest floor.
Did You Know?
Their tree nests can weigh over 50 kilograms and house more than a million individuals.