Ivory Coast Fungus Termite vs Winnow Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ivory Coast Fungus Termite | Winnow Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrotermes mülleri | Aphaenogaster senilis |
| Order | Blattodea | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 5-13 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa | Southern Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Winnow Ant
A large, dark Mediterranean ant that is an important seed disperser in scrubland ecosystems. Workers carry seeds with attached nutrient-rich elaiosomes to their nests. They are thermophilic and forage during the hottest part of the day.
Did You Know?
They are responsible for dispersing the seeds of over 30 plant species in Mediterranean ecosystems, making them keystone seed dispersers.