Compass Termite vs Pedician Crane Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Compass Termite | Pedician Crane Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Amitermes laurensis | Pedicia rivosa |
| Order | Blattodea | Diptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Pediciidae |
| Size | 4-6mm | 18-25 mm body length |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Oceania | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Compass Termite
A termite that builds wedge-shaped mounds oriented east-west, exposing the broad face to the morning and evening sun. This orientation helps regulate internal temperature. Mounds dot the Cape York landscape.
Did You Know?
Its mound orientation is the opposite of the magnetic termite, with the broad face pointing east-west.
Pedician Crane Fly
A large, mottled-winged crane fly whose predatory larvae hunt invertebrates in wet mud and stream margins. Adults are often found resting on vegetation near flowing water.
Did You Know?
Unlike most crane fly larvae that eat decaying matter, its larvae are voracious predators that ambush worms and insect larvae in mud.