Hastatus Mound Termite vs Angular Brown Lacewing

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Hastatus Mound Termite Angular Brown Lacewing
Scientific Name Tumulitermes hastilis Wesmaelius nervosus
Order Blattodea Neuroptera
Family Termitidae Hemerobiidae
Size 3-5 mm 10-14 mm wingspan
Habitat Grasslands Heathland
Diet Herbivores Herbivores
Regions Northern Australia Europe, North America, Northern Asia
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Hastatus Mound Termite

An Australian nasute termite that builds small, spire-shaped mounds in northern tropical regions. Colonies are moderate-sized with highly organized foraging columns. Soldiers accompany workers on surface foraging expeditions.

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Did You Know?

The small spire-shaped mounds often occur in dense clusters, creating what appears to be a miniature city across the tropical grassland.

Angular Brown Lacewing

A widespread brown lacewing with strong wing venation patterns. Found across much of the Northern Hemisphere in varied habitats.

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Did You Know?

It tolerates cold climates well and is one of the few lacewings found at high northern latitudes.