Spinifex Termite vs Dobson's Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spinifex Termite | Dobson's Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nasutitermes longipennis | Clitarchus hookeri |
| Order | Blattodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | Workers 4-5 mm; soldiers 5-6 mm | 80-100mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Dobson's Stick Insect
New Zealand's most common stick insect, found in gardens and native bush throughout the country. It ranges from bright green to brown. Some populations are entirely female and parthenogenetic.
Did You Know?
It was accidentally introduced to the United Kingdom via imported plants and now has established populations in southwest England.