Ivory Coast Fungus Termite vs Formidable Pygmy Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ivory Coast Fungus Termite | Formidable Pygmy Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrotermes mülleri | Notocerus formidabilis |
| Order | Blattodea | Orthoptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Tetrigidae |
| Size | 5-13 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Ivory Coast Fungus Termite
A large fungus-growing species found in the humid forests of West and Central Africa. Colonies construct partially subterranean nests with above-ground mound structures. Workers collect leaf litter from the forest floor for their fungus gardens.
Did You Know?
This species creates covered foraging trails that can extend over 50 meters from the nest to protect workers from predators and desiccation.
Formidable Pygmy Grasshopper
An extremely rare Madagascan grasshopper not observed since its original description in 1974. Its true coloration was only recently documented from photographs.
Did You Know?
This species went unobserved for nearly 50 years after its original description — making it one of the most mysterious grasshoppers known to science.