Mound-building Termite vs Stink Bug Tachinid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mound-building Termite | Stink Bug Tachinid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrotermes gilvus | Trichopoda pennipes |
| Order | Blattodea | Diptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Tachinidae |
| Size | 5-12 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Parasites |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, from India to the Philippines | North America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mound-building Termite
A fungus-growing termite widespread across Southeast Asia that builds subterranean to semi-subterranean nests with low mound structures. It is a significant pest of rubber, coconut, and oil palm plantations. Workers forage via covered galleries.
Did You Know?
In parts of Thailand and Laos, the winged reproductives of this species are fried and eaten as a popular seasonal snack during the early rainy season.
Stink Bug Tachinid
A distinctive parasitic fly with a flattened orange abdomen and feathery legs. It attacks stink bugs and squash bugs in agricultural settings.
Did You Know?
Its fringed hind legs are thought to mimic bee pollen baskets, confusing predators.