Termite mound replicas – various sizes available

While termite mounds are not rocks, they can resemble rock formations due to their towering shapes, earthy colours, and textured surfaces. Their durable, cement-like appearance makes them visually comparable to natural rock pillars or formations. Artificial replicas of termite mounds mimic these natural structures while blending seamlessly with rock-like features.

The Northern Territory is famous for its towering termite mounds, particularly the magnetic termite mounds near Litchfield National Park – Northern Territory, Queensland, Australia.

Termite mounds are artificial designer rocks, crafted with the finest of detail. They are made lightweight, sturdy, durable and capable of structural support. We can mix and match synthetic and natural rock to create the ultimate rockscape.

Artificial termite mounds can include interpretive signage or embedded displays explaining the ecology of termites and their role in the environment.

Sizes Available

1. Large –  51 x 54cm x 160cm – approx 20kg
2. Medium – 45 x 45cm x 140cm – approx 10kg
3. Small – 45cm x 45 x 120cm – approx 6 kg
4. Extra small also available approx 30cm tall
5. Extra Large 7ft – available on request – refer to 7ft Termite photo showing Exhibit in Sydney Australia.

Signage

Artificial termite mounds can include interpretive signage or embedded displays explaining the ecology of termites and their role in the environment.

Internal workings of Termite Mounds – Educational learning

Natureworks has also completed a reproduction of an internal termite mound, showcasing the termite colony. A clear perspex covering can be added to the front display to help fully encase it inside to make it dust-free, offering an engaging learning experience for children and visitors.

Functional Design for habitat structures – Zoos

• Termite mound replicas can double as habitat structures for small animals in zoos or wildlife parks.
• They can be designed with hidden cavities or pathways to serve as enrichment features for animals like meerkats or reptiles.

Variations of species

• Replicas can be designed to mimic specific types of termite mounds, such as the magnetic termite mounds found in Northern Australia, known for their unique orientation aligned with the Earth’s magnetic field.

Textures, Colours & Sizes

• Textures and colours can be customized to suit any landscape or theme, from earthy red tones to weathered greys
• What height and width do you require? We can custom design to your specifications – just ask!

Carving the Rock

FREE-FORM POSITIVE CARVED ROCKWORK – Quality Detailed finish
Free-form cement rockwork is the method of hand carving wet concrete to replicate the look of natural rock. High quality freeform sculpture requires a combination of passion for the art of rock carving and sheer talent. At Natureworks we take pride in the knowledge that our rockwork looks and feels like the real thing.

Pre-Fabricated GFRC Rockwork

To gain the look of natural rock Natureworks uses “Glass fibre reinforced Cement (GFRC). Cast from moulds taken from natural rock. This produces a robust and resilient material and looks and feels real. The material is cast into moulds or can be hand carved to created a realistic natural rock face.

Did you know?

Termite mounds are predominantly found in tropical and subtropical regions, such as Australia, Africa, South America and Asia.

Cultural significance

Termite mounds are a reminder of the symbiotic relationship between termites, soil, and vegetation. Indigenous Australians have long understood and respected this connection, recognizing termites’ role in aerating soil and recycling nutrients.

Some Indigenous Australian Dreamtime stories feature termite mounds as creations of ancestral beings or as homes for spirits.

For example, in certain regions, termite mounds are thought to house the spirits of ancestors or serve as portals to the spirit world. They are often treated with respect and reverence in these cultural contexts

The photos show a 7-metre-high termite mound created for a public display at “The Rocks” in Sydney – New South Wales Australia. Custom size termite mound sculptures are available on request.