Powdered Fungus Beetle of Azores vs Anceps Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Powdered Fungus Beetle of Azores | Anceps Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tarphius floresensis | Ancistrotermes cavithorax |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Zopheridae | Termitidae |
| Size | 0.2-0.4 cm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Gardens |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Portugal | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Powdered Fungus Beetle of Azores
A tiny beetle endemic to Flores Island in the Azores. It inhabits decaying wood in remnant laurel forests.
Did You Know?
The Azores archipelago has lost over 95% of its native forest, pushing many endemic beetles toward extinction.
Anceps Termite
A fungus-growing termite common across Sub-Saharan Africa, often sharing habitat with larger Macrotermes species. Colonies build small subterranean nests with fungus gardens. Workers are small and forage under covered tunnels.
Did You Know?
This species sometimes constructs its nest directly adjacent to or even within the larger mound of Macrotermes, living as a neighbor without conflict.