Dark Mound Termite vs Bilobatus Soil Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Mound Termite | Bilobatus Soil Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrotermes carbonarius | Cubitermes bilobatodes |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 5–12 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia | Central and West Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Dark Mound Termite
A large fungus-growing termite found across Southeast Asia that builds conspicuous dark mounds. Workers process dead wood through underground fungal gardens.
Did You Know?
The Termitomyces mushrooms that fruit from its mounds are prized as a delicacy across Southeast Asia.
Bilobatus Soil Termite
An African soil-feeding termite found in moist forests and forest-savanna transitional zones. Mounds are small and may have a single cap or multiple cap layers. Workers feed on the highly organic upper soil layers.
Did You Know?
The soil processed and expelled by Cubitermes colonies has significantly altered mineral composition compared to surrounding soil, creating distinct micro-habitats.