Malaccensis Fungus Termite vs Cave Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malaccensis Fungus Termite | Cave Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrotermes malaccensis | Nocticola australiensis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Nocticolidae |
| Size | 5-14 mm | 4-8 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Caves |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, Borneo | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Malaccensis Fungus Termite
A large mound-building fungus termite found in the rainforests of peninsular Malaysia and Borneo. Colonies construct prominent earthen mounds up to 2 meters tall on the forest floor. Workers are dimorphic with major and minor size classes.
Did You Know?
The mounds serve as critical habitat for many other species, including snakes, geckos, and beetles that nest in the stable temperature and humidity of the termite mound.
Cave Cockroach
A tiny eyeless cockroach adapted to permanent darkness in limestone caves.
Did You Know?
It is completely depigmented and has elongated antennae for navigating in darkness.