Processional Termite vs Dark Rover Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Processional Termite | Dark Rover Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hospitalitermes medioflavus | Brachymyrmex patagonicus |
| Order | Blattodea | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 1.5-2 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Borneo, Peninsular Malaysia | South America, Southern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Processional Termite
An open-trail foraging termite found in Borneo's rainforests that travels in long exposed columns through the forest. Workers carry balls of lichen and soil in their mandibles back to the nest. The species is notable for its bold, exposed foraging behavior.
Did You Know?
Workers carry a conspicuous ball of food material on their heads during the return march, making the foraging columns look like miniature processions.
Dark Rover Ant
A tiny dark brown ant that has rapidly spread across the southern United States as an invasive species. It is attracted to electrical equipment and frequently enters buildings.
Did You Know?
They are so small that entire colonies can nest inside electrical junction boxes and wall outlets.