Spinifex Termite vs Asian Subterranean Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spinifex Termite | Asian Subterranean Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nasutitermes longipennis | Coptotermes gestroi |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Rhinotermitidae |
| Size | Workers 4-5 mm; soldiers 5-6 mm | 3-6 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Caves |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Southeast Asia, Caribbean, South America, Florida |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Spinifex Termite
A mound-building termite common across the dry interior of Australia. Its hard earthen mounds dot the landscape of arid grasslands and are a key food source for echidnas.
Did You Know?
Short-beaked echidnas tear open the rock-hard mounds with powerful claws to feast on the termites inside.
Asian Subterranean Termite
A highly invasive subterranean termite that has spread throughout tropical regions worldwide. They are especially destructive in urban environments and boat timbers.
Did You Know?
They have been transported globally through infested shipping materials and now threaten wooden structures on every tropical continent.