Dampwood Termite vs African Fungus Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dampwood Termite | African Fungus Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zootermopsis angusticollis | Macrotermes natalensis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Archotermopsidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm including wings | Workers 5-7 mm, soldiers 12-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Southern and East Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Dampwood Termite
A large termite species that infests damp and decaying wood in forests of western North America. Its soldiers have large, dark heads with powerful mandibles.
Did You Know?
Dampwood termites are among the largest termite species in North America and can produce soldiers with heads so large they cannot feed themselves.
African Fungus Termite
A large fungus-cultivating termite that builds complex mounds with sophisticated ventilation systems. Its mounds are among the largest biological structures on Earth.
Did You Know?
Its mound ventilation system maintains internal temperatures within 1 degree Celsius despite external fluctuations of 40 degrees.