Hastatus Mound Termite vs Giant Lobster Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hastatus Mound Termite | Giant Lobster Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tumulitermes hastilis | Henschoutedenia flexivitta |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 50-65 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Northern Australia | Central and West Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
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.
Giant Lobster Cockroach
A large African cockroach with a broad, flattened body. It has distinctive banded markings across its wings.
Did You Know?
It gets its lobster name from its broad, flattened body shape and reddish-brown coloring.