Trinervitermes Nasute Termite vs African Mound Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Trinervitermes Nasute Termite | African Mound Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trinervitermes trinervoides | Macrotermes michaelseni |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 3-6 mm | 7-12 mm workers |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Africa | Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Trinervitermes Nasute Termite
A grass-harvesting nasute termite of southern Africa that builds small dome-shaped mounds in grasslands. Soldiers have pointed snouts that spray toxic chemicals at enemies.
Did You Know?
Their pointed-nosed soldiers shoot a sticky, toxic chemical secretion that entangles and poisons attacking ants.
African Mound Termite
A large termite species that builds towering mounds with sophisticated ventilation systems across African savannas. The mounds maintain remarkably stable internal conditions.
Did You Know?
The ventilation system in these termite mounds inspired the design of the Eastgate Centre in Harare, Zimbabwe, a building that uses 90 percent less energy for climate control than conventional buildings.