Stratocles Walkingstick vs Processional Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stratocles Walkingstick | Processional Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stratocles multilineatus | Hospitalitermes medioflavus |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Pseudophasmatidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 5-8 cm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Brazil, Peru, Colombia | Borneo, Peninsular Malaysia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Stratocles Walkingstick
A multi-lined walkingstick from South America with several faint longitudinal stripes. It is found in tropical forests of the Amazon region.
Did You Know?
Its multiple body stripes break up its outline, providing camouflage against striped bark and stems.
Processional Termite
An open-trail foraging termite found in Borneo's rainforests that travels in long exposed columns through the forest. Workers carry balls of lichen and soil in their mandibles back to the nest. The species is notable for its bold, exposed foraging behavior.
Did You Know?
Workers carry a conspicuous ball of food material on their heads during the return march, making the foraging columns look like miniature processions.