Indian White Termite vs Shadow Darner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indian White Termite | Shadow Darner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Odontotermes horni | Aeshna umbrosa |
| Order | Blattodea | Odonata |
| Family | Termitidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 4-8 mm | 65-75 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | India, Sri Lanka | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Indian White Termite
A fungus-cultivating termite common in the forests and agricultural areas of the Indian subcontinent. Colonies build subterranean nests with fungus gardens. Workers are pale white and forage beneath covered runways on the soil surface.
Did You Know?
The Termitomyces mushrooms that fruit from this species' fungus gardens are among the largest edible mushrooms in the world, with caps up to 1 meter wide.
Shadow Darner
A large, dark darner that hunts in shaded forest edges during evening hours. It is widespread across North America in wooded habitats.
Did You Know?
It is a crepuscular hunter, most active during the dim lighting of dawn and dusk.