Ozark Stiletto Fly vs Voeltzkow's Nasute Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ozark Stiletto Fly | Voeltzkow's Nasute Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thereva frontalis | Nasutitermes voeltzkowi |
| Order | Diptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Therevidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | East Africa, Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ozark Stiletto Fly
A medium-sized stiletto fly with a grayish body covered in fine pale hairs and clear wings. It is commonly found resting on sunlit surfaces in open woodlands.
Did You Know?
The larvae have a unique ability to move rapidly through loose sand using undulating body movements.
Voeltzkow's Nasute Termite
An African nasute termite common in East African savanna and woodland. Colonies build conspicuous dark carton nests on trees or construct mound nests on the ground. Workers forage in covered runways along tree trunks and branches.
Did You Know?
The carton nest material is made from chewed wood fibers mixed with fecal matter, creating a remarkably hard and weather-resistant structure.