Black Mound Termite vs Malaccensis Fungus Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Mound Termite | Malaccensis Fungus Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Amitermes evuncifer | Macrotermes malaccensis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 3-8 mm | 5-14 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | West Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Ivory Coast) | Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, Borneo |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black Mound Termite
A soil-feeding termite that builds small dark mounds in West African savannas. Workers process soil organic matter and play an important role in nutrient cycling. Colonies are smaller than Macrotermes species.
Did You Know?
These termites process so much soil that they are considered ecosystem engineers, significantly altering soil structure and fertility.
Malaccensis Fungus Termite
A large mound-building fungus termite found in the rainforests of peninsular Malaysia and Borneo. Colonies construct prominent earthen mounds up to 2 meters tall on the forest floor. Workers are dimorphic with major and minor size classes.
Did You Know?
The mounds serve as critical habitat for many other species, including snakes, geckos, and beetles that nest in the stable temperature and humidity of the termite mound.