Long-nosed Termite vs Japanese Click Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-nosed Termite | Japanese Click Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nasutitermes longinasus | Campsosternus gemma |
| Order | Blattodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Elateridae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, northern South America | Japan, Taiwan, Southern China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Long-nosed Termite
A nasute termite from Central and South American rainforests that builds carton nests on trees. Soldiers have an exceptionally elongated nasute snout for projecting defensive chemicals. Workers collect decomposing plant material from the forest floor.
Did You Know?
The elongated nozzle of the soldier allows it to spray defensive secretions with remarkable accuracy over distances of several centimeters.
Japanese Click Beetle
A spectacular metallic green and gold click beetle found in East Asian forests. It is one of the most brilliantly coloured elaterid beetles.
Did You Know?
Its jewel-like metallic colouring has made it one of the most sought-after beetles in insect collections worldwide.