Anacanthotermes iranicus 伊朗无刺白蚁
- Type locality
- Iran: Gona-Abad, Lut-Amrani
- Distribution
- Iran
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Summary
Anacanthotermes iranicus is a species of the genus Anacanthotermes, in the family HODOTERMITIDAE. The species was described by Ravan & Akhtar in 1993; the type locality is Iran: Gona-Abad, Lut-Amrani. Distribution: Iran.
Etymology
Genus name Anacanthotermes: From Greek an- (without) + akantha (thorn) + Latin termes, ‘thornless termite’.
Specific epithet iranicus: Named after the locality Iran
Taxonomic position
- Family: HODOTERMITIDAE — 3 genera, 21 species
- Genus: Anacanthotermes — 16 species
- Type species of the genus: Anacanthotermes ochraceus
Distribution
- Distribution records: Iran
The record above follows the wording of the original data; no geocoding or standardized place names have been applied.
Morphology
A species-level description from the original literature has not yet been compiled for this page. Original description: Ravan & Akhtar, 1993. See the genus page for the genus-level description; this page will be updated after the original text is checked.
Distribution map
No GBIF record with coordinates was found for this species.
Related papers
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- TERMITES OF THE GENUS ANACANTHOTERMES
Abstract
Termites are eusocial insects with a wide Old World distribution, notable for their dual role as ecosystem engineers and structural pests. In arid and semi-arid ecosystems, termites accelerate decomposition and nutrient cycling, yet can also damage wooden structures and crops. The genus Anacanthotermes (Family Hodotermitidae) comprises so-called “harvester termites” found in the deserts and semi-deserts of North Africa, the Middle East, and Southwest Asia. These termites forage on dry grasses and plant debris, storing material in extensive underground nests. In Central Asia (e.g. Uzbekistan’s Khorezm region), Anacanthotermes species infest dry landscapes as well as irrigated oases and even urban settlements. This thesis reviews up-to-date knowledge of Anacanthotermes biology (morphology and life cycle), distribution and habitat preferences, ecological significance (feeding behavior and effects on soil fertility), and economic importance (both beneficial effects and damage caused). The objective is to synthesize recent scientific findings on this genus, highlighting its roles in ecosystems and impacts on human environments.
- TERMITES OF THE GENUS ANACANTHOTERMES
Abstract
Termites are eusocial insects with a wide Old World distribution, notable for their dual role as ecosystem engineers and structural pests[1][2]. In arid and semi-arid ecosystems, termites accelerate decomposition and nutrient cycling, yet can also damage wooden structures and crops. The genus Anacanthotermes (Family Hodotermitidae) comprises so-called “harvester termites” found in the deserts and semi-deserts of North Africa, the Middle East, and Southwest Asia[2]. These termites forage on dry grasses and plant debris, storing material in extensive underground nests[3]. In Central Asia (e.g. Uzbekistan’s Khorezm region), Anacanthotermes species infest dry landscapes as well as irrigated oases and even urban settlements[4][5]. This thesis reviews up-to-date knowledge of Anacanthotermes biology (morphology and life cycle), distribution and habitat preferences, ecological significance (feeding behavior and effects on soil fertility), and economic importance (both beneficial effects and damage caused). The objective is to synthesize recent scientific findings on this genus, highlighting its roles in ecosystems and impacts on human environments.
- Lipofuscin in the termite Anacanthotermes ahngerianus
Abstract
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Other species in Anacanthotermes (15 species)
- Anacanthotermes ahngerianus
- Anacanthotermes baeckmannianus
- Anacanthotermes baluchistanicus
- Anacanthotermes esmailii
- Anacanthotermes gurganiensis
- Anacanthotermes macrocephalus
- Anacanthotermes murgabicus
- Anacanthotermes ochraceus
- Anacanthotermes saudiensis
- Anacanthotermes sawensis
- Anacanthotermes septentrionalis
- Anacanthotermes turkestanicus
- Anacanthotermes ubachi
- Anacanthotermes vagans
- Anacanthotermes viarum
Cite this species
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GB/T 7714
班奈特格林. Extant Isoptera (termites): a checklist of Latin and Chinese names: Anacanthotermes iranicus 伊朗无刺白蚁[EB/OL]. Version 2026.10.30. https://termite-extant-isoptera.org/en/species/anacanthotermes-iranicus/. DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.23646836.
BibTeX
@misc{isoptera_anacanthotermes_iranicus_2026,
author = {班奈特格林},
title = {Anacanthotermes iranicus: a checklist of extant Isoptera (termites)},
year = {2026},
version = {2026.10.30},
howpublished = {https://termite-extant-isoptera.org/en/species/anacanthotermes-iranicus/},
note = {HODOTERMITIDAE; version 2026.10.30; DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.23646836},
doi = {10.5281/zenodo.23646836}
}
RIS
TY - ELEC TI - Anacanthotermes iranicus: a checklist of extant Isoptera (termites) AU - 班奈特格林 PY - 2026 UR - https://termite-extant-isoptera.org/en/species/anacanthotermes-iranicus/ DO - 10.5281/zenodo.23646836 ER -