Madagascan Pill Millipede vs European Dampwood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Madagascan Pill Millipede | European Dampwood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zoosphaerium neptunus | Kalotermes flavicollis |
| Order | Sphaerotheriida | Blattodea |
| Family | Arthrosphaeridae | Kalotermitidae |
| Size | 40-60 mm when curled | 6–9 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Madagascar | Southern Europe, North Africa, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Madagascan Pill Millipede
A giant pill millipede endemic to Madagascar that can roll into a perfect ball. It is one of the largest pill millipedes in the world.
Did You Know?
Males produce sounds by stridulation to attract females during courtship.
European Dampwood Termite
The most widespread termite in Europe, inhabiting dead branches of oaks and other broadleaf trees. Colonies are small, typically with a few hundred individuals.
Did You Know?
It is the only termite native to most of Europe and has been known since Aristotle first described termites.