Soldier-heavy Termite vs Peruvian Bark Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Soldier-heavy Termite | Peruvian Bark Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pericapritermes nitobei | Liturgusa manausensis |
| Order | Blattodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Liturgusidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 22-30 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Taiwan, Pacific Islands | Brazil, Peru |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Soldier-heavy Termite
A soil-feeding termite found across Southeast Asia and the Pacific, notable for its snapping-mandible soldiers. Workers consume humus and organic-rich soil. Colonies build diffuse subterranean nests in forest soils.
Did You Know?
Soldiers have asymmetric mandibles that snap shut with tremendous force, producing an audible click that can be heard by researchers excavating the nest.
Peruvian Bark Mantis
A bark mantis originally described from the Manaus region of Brazil but also found in Peru. It has a dark brown body with lighter speckles.
Did You Know?
It is most commonly collected using headlamp surveys on tree trunks at night.