South American Tree Termite vs Trinervitermes Nasute Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Tree Termite | Trinervitermes Nasute Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nasutitermes similis | Trinervitermes trinervoides |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 3-6 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Herbivores |
| Regions | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay | Southern Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
South American Tree Termite
A common Neotropical nasute termite building carton nests on trees throughout South American forests. Colonies are moderately large with well-organized soldier defense. Workers forage along covered galleries on tree bark.
Did You Know?
Multiple carton nests of this species in a single tree can be interconnected by covered highways running along branches, forming a super-colony network.
Trinervitermes Nasute Termite
A grass-harvesting nasute termite of southern Africa that builds small dome-shaped mounds in grasslands. Soldiers have pointed snouts that spray toxic chemicals at enemies.
Did You Know?
Their pointed-nosed soldiers shoot a sticky, toxic chemical secretion that entangles and poisons attacking ants.