Grallatotermes Bark Termite vs Red Earth Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Grallatotermes Bark Termite | Red Earth Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Grallatotermes africanus | Odontotermes formosanus |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 4-8 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa | China, Taiwan, Japan, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Grallatotermes Bark Termite
An African arboreal termite that builds thin sheeting galleries over tree bark surfaces. Workers forage beneath these protective coverings, consuming bark and lichen. The species is common in tropical African forests.
Did You Know?
The thin carton galleries this species builds over tree bark are so extensive they can cover entire tree trunks, making the tree appear to be coated in mud.
Red Earth Termite
A widespread fungus-growing termite in East and Southeast Asia that is a major structural and agricultural pest. Colonies build diffuse subterranean nests with scattered fungus chambers. Workers are pale and forage underground through extensive tunnel systems.
Did You Know?
This termite can destroy wooden buildings from the inside out, often going undetected until the damage is severe because they leave the outer surface intact.