Trinervitermes Nasute Termite vs Southern Festoon
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Trinervitermes Nasute Termite | Southern Festoon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trinervitermes trinervoides | Zerynthia polyxena |
| Order | Blattodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 3-6 mm | 46-56 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southern Africa | Southern and eastern Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern (protected in many countries) |
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.
Southern Festoon
A strikingly patterned butterfly with yellow wings marked with black zigzags and red spots. It is one of Europe's earliest spring butterflies and resembles a small, ornate kite.
Did You Know?
Its larvae sequester toxic aristolochic acids from their food plant, making all life stages unpalatable to birds.