Toadflax Stem Weevil vs Queensland Cathedral Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Toadflax Stem Weevil | Queensland Cathedral Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mecinus janthinus | Nasutitermes magnus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Curculionidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Tropical Queensland, Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Toadflax Stem Weevil
A dark metallic blue-purple weevil that feeds on toadflax species. Successfully used as a biological control agent for invasive Dalmatian toadflax in North America.
Did You Know?
Released in North America as biological control, where it has successfully suppressed invasive Dalmatian toadflax.
Queensland Cathedral Termite
A large Australian nasute termite that constructs impressive cathedral-like mounds in tropical Queensland. Mounds are tall and narrow with multiple turrets and spires. Colonies can persist for many decades.
Did You Know?
The cathedral mounds of this species are some of the most architecturally ornate in Australia, with elaborate buttresses and turrets.