Indian Mound Termite vs Compass Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indian Mound Termite | Compass Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Odontotermes wallonensis | Amitermes laurensis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 4-8 mm | 4-6mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | India, Sri Lanka | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Indian Mound Termite
A common mound-building fungus termite in the Indian subcontinent. Workers forage extensively in agricultural fields, often becoming pests of crops. The mounds are medium-sized with internal fungus comb chambers.
Did You Know?
Farmers in India have long observed that crops growing near Odontotermes mounds often perform better due to improved soil fertility from termite activity.
Compass Termite
A termite that builds wedge-shaped mounds oriented east-west, exposing the broad face to the morning and evening sun. This orientation helps regulate internal temperature. Mounds dot the Cape York landscape.
Did You Know?
Its mound orientation is the opposite of the magnetic termite, with the broad face pointing east-west.