Dampwood Termite vs African Mound Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dampwood Termite | African Mound Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zootermopsis angusticollis | Macrotermes michaelseni |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Archotermopsidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm including wings | 7-12 mm workers |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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 Mound Termite
A large termite species that builds towering mounds with sophisticated ventilation systems across African savannas. The mounds maintain remarkably stable internal conditions.
Did You Know?
The ventilation system in these termite mounds inspired the design of the Eastgate Centre in Harare, Zimbabwe, a building that uses 90 percent less energy for climate control than conventional buildings.