Conehead Termite vs Ivory Coast Fungus Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Conehead Termite | Ivory Coast Fungus Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nasutitermes ephratae | Macrotermes mülleri |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 3-6 mm | 5-13 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Central America, Northern South America, Caribbean | West Africa, Central Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Conehead Termite
A nasute termite of Central America that builds conspicuous dark nests on tree trunks. Soldiers have elongated cone-shaped heads used to spray chemical defenses.
Did You Know?
An invasive population discovered in Florida in 2001 prompted a multimillion-dollar eradication campaign due to their destructive foraging.
Ivory Coast Fungus Termite
A large fungus-growing species found in the humid forests of West and Central Africa. Colonies construct partially subterranean nests with above-ground mound structures. Workers collect leaf litter from the forest floor for their fungus gardens.
Did You Know?
This species creates covered foraging trails that can extend over 50 meters from the nest to protect workers from predators and desiccation.