Turneri Carton Termite vs Formidable Pygmy Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Turneri Carton Termite | Formidable Pygmy Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Microcerotermes turneri | Notocerus formidabilis |
| Order | Blattodea | Orthoptera |
| Family | Termitidae | Tetrigidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Northern and eastern Australia | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Turneri Carton Termite
An Australian arboreal termite that builds small, round carton nests on the trunks of eucalyptus trees. Colonies are small to medium-sized. Workers consume weathered and partially decayed wood.
Did You Know?
The nests are surprisingly hard and durable, persisting on trees for years after the colony has vacated, and are sometimes used by other insects as shelter.
Formidable Pygmy Grasshopper
An extremely rare Madagascan grasshopper not observed since its original description in 1974. Its true coloration was only recently documented from photographs.
Did You Know?
This species went unobserved for nearly 50 years after its original description — making it one of the most mysterious grasshoppers known to science.