Giant African Longhorn vs Walker's Nasute Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant African Longhorn | Walker's Nasute Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrotoma natala | Nasutitermes walkeri |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 50-100 mm | Workers 4-5 mm, soldiers 5-6 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | East Africa, Southern Africa | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Giant African Longhorn
One of the largest longhorn beetles in Africa with powerful mandibles. Dark brown body with a robust build.
Did You Know?
Their mandibles are strong enough to draw blood and are used by males to fight over breeding sites.
Walker's Nasute Termite
An arboreal termite that builds round carton nests on tree trunks in eastern Australia. Its nests are made from chewed wood cemented with fecal material.
Did You Know?
Its arboreal nests provide shelter to many other invertebrate species including spiders and beetles.