You’ve likely heard the phrase “it takes a village to raise a child”, but how many termites does it take to build a termite mound? These insects are more than simple pests plaguing homeowners; they ...
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Most people assume only humans build cities, but there's an animal that not only builds their own—it exceeds all of humanity's biomass on Earth
Many people picture city building as something only humans do, but termites offer a surprising comparison. Scientists ...
Termites are highly organised eusocial insects whose ecological and economic impact spans natural ecosystems and urban landscapes. They exhibit complex social structures, including specialised castes ...
Three members of an all-female termite colony, along with cloned offspring. Photo: The University of Sydney An international team of scientists says all-female termite colonies from Japan are the ...
Termites, found on every continent except Antarctica, are often referred to as "silent destroyers." These small, social insects live in colonies and spend their lives primarily in search of ...
In a dampwood termite colony only a select few will, quite literally, see the light. The insects are unique due to their mating flights and the adaptability of their role within the colony, which is ...
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