Dark Mound Termite vs Red-spotted Jewel Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Mound Termite | Red-spotted Jewel Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrotermes carbonarius | Castiarina erythroptera |
| Order | Blattodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 5–12 mm | 10-16 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia | Australia, Oceania |
| 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.
Red-spotted Jewel Beetle
A strikingly beautiful jewel beetle with bright red elytra spotted with dark markings. It is commonly found visiting wildflowers in heathland and open woodland habitats during spring and summer.
Did You Know?
Castiarina jewel beetles are important pollinators of native Australian wildflowers, visiting hundreds of flower species.