Queensland Cathedral Termite vs Sicilian Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Queensland Cathedral Termite | Sicilian Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nasutitermes magnus | Lucanus cervus sicilianus |
| Order | Blattodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 25-55 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Tropical Queensland, Australia | Sicily |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Queensland Cathedral Termite
A large Australian nasute termite that constructs impressive cathedral-like mounds in tropical Queensland. Mounds are tall and narrow with multiple turrets and spires. Colonies can persist for many decades.
Did You Know?
The cathedral mounds of this species are some of the most architecturally ornate in Australia, with elaborate buttresses and turrets.
Sicilian Stag Beetle
A subspecies of the European stag beetle found on Sicily. Males are smaller than mainland forms but retain large mandibles.
Did You Know?
Ancient Greeks associated stag beetles with thunder and believed they could attract lightning.