Voeltzkow's Nasute Termite vs Dampwood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Voeltzkow's Nasute Termite | Dampwood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nasutitermes voeltzkowi | Zootermopsis angusticollis |
| Order | Blattodea | Blattodea |
| Family | Termitidae | Archotermopsidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 15-20 mm including wings |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | East Africa, Madagascar | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Voeltzkow's Nasute Termite
An African nasute termite common in East African savanna and woodland. Colonies build conspicuous dark carton nests on trees or construct mound nests on the ground. Workers forage in covered runways along tree trunks and branches.
Did You Know?
The carton nest material is made from chewed wood fibers mixed with fecal matter, creating a remarkably hard and weather-resistant structure.
Dampwood Termite
A large termite species that infests damp and decaying wood in forests of western North America. Its soldiers have large, dark heads with powerful mandibles.
Did You Know?
Dampwood termites are among the largest termite species in North America and can produce soldiers with heads so large they cannot feed themselves.