March Fly vs Ivory Coast Fungus Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | March Fly | Ivory Coast Fungus Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bibio marci | Macrotermes mülleri |
| Order | Diptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Bibionidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 5-13 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | West Africa, Central Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
March Fly
A common black fly that swarms in large numbers around Saint Marks Day in April.
Did You Know?
Mating pairs fly joined together with the smaller male dangling beneath the female.
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.