Painted Nomad Bee vs African Dampwood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Painted Nomad Bee | African Dampwood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nomada fucata | Neotermes aburiensis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Apidae | Kalotermitidae |
| Size | 8-10mm | 5-10 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | West Africa (Ghana, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Cameroon) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Painted Nomad Bee
A bright yellow and black cuckoo bee that parasitizes the nests of Andrena mining bees.
Did You Know?
Sneaks into mining bee nests while the host is away foraging and lays eggs that will outcompete the host's larva.
African Dampwood Termite
A primitive termite species that nests inside damp, rotting wood rather than building external mounds. Colonies are relatively small compared to mound-building species. Soldiers have large phragmotic heads used to block tunnel entrances.
Did You Know?
Soldiers use their flattened heads like a cork to plug tunnel openings, providing an impenetrable barrier against ant raids.