Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite vs Grallatotermes Bark Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tree-Nesting Nasute Termite | Grallatotermes Bark Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nasutitermes corniger | Grallatotermes africanus |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Gall Makers |
| Regions | Central America, South America, Caribbean | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa |
| 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.
Grallatotermes Bark Termite
An African arboreal termite that builds thin sheeting galleries over tree bark surfaces. Workers forage beneath these protective coverings, consuming bark and lichen. The species is common in tropical African forests.
Did You Know?
The thin carton galleries this species builds over tree bark are so extensive they can cover entire tree trunks, making the tree appear to be coated in mud.