Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite vs Golden Carpenter Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite | Golden Carpenter Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nasutitermes corniger | Camponotus sericeiventris |
| Order | Blattodea | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 8-18 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Central America, South America, Caribbean | Central and South America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite
A common arboreal termite in the Americas that builds large dark carton nests in trees. Covered foraging trails extend from the nest down the trunk to the forest floor.
Did You Know?
Their tree nests can weigh over 50 kilograms and house more than a million individuals.
Golden Carpenter Ant
A striking large ant with dense golden or silvery pubescence covering its gaster, giving it a metallic sheen. Workers are among the largest ants in the Neotropics. They nest in both live and dead trees in tropical forests.
Did You Know?
The dense pubescence on their body is thought to serve a thermoregulatory function similar to the Saharan silver ant.