Malaccensis Fungus Termite vs Helicopter Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malaccensis Fungus Termite | Helicopter Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrotermes malaccensis | Mecistogaster linearis |
| Order | Blattodea | Odonata |
| Family | Termitidae | Pseudostigmatidae |
| Size | 5-14 mm | 80 mm body, 100 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, Borneo | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Helicopter Dragonfly
A forest giant damselfly that plucks spiders from their webs while hovering.
Did You Know?
Females oviposit into water-filled bromeliads and tree holes in the canopy.