Seychelles Giant Millipede vs Sankurensis Soil Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Seychelles Giant Millipede | Sankurensis Soil Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Seychelleptus seychellarum | Cubitermes sankurensis |
| Order | Spirostreptida | Blattodea |
| Family | Spirostreptidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 180-250 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Seychelles | Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Seychelles Giant Millipede
The largest millipede in the Seychelles reaching up to 25 cm long. It is a slow-moving detritivore found in native forests.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it coils into a tight spiral and secretes a foul-smelling defensive fluid.
Sankurensis Soil Termite
A soil-feeding termite found in the Congo Basin rainforests, building small mounds on the forest floor. Colonies are moderate in size and workers process large quantities of soil. The species plays a critical role in soil mixing and nutrient cycling.
Did You Know?
Soil-feeding termites like this species process enormous volumes of soil annually, significantly altering soil structure and chemistry across tropical forests.