of Termes
of Termite
Source: Webster's dictionary43 termite species are used as food by humans or are fed to livestock. citation These insects are particularly important in less developed countries where malnutrition is common, as the protein from termites can help improve the human diet. Source: Internet
Additionally, an alarmed termite will bump into other termites which causes them to be alarmed and to leave pheromone trails to the disturbed area, which is also a way to recruit extra workers. Source: Internet
As wood is difficult to digest, termites prefer to consume fungus-infected wood because it is easier to digest and the fungi are high in protein. Source: Internet
A nocturnal feeder, it subsists on ants and termites, which it will dig out of their hills using its sharp claws and powerful legs. Source: Internet
Arboreal termites nests can account for as much as 2% of above ground carbon storage in Puerto Rican mangrove swamps. Source: Internet
Among all predators, ants are the greatest enemy to termites. citation citation Some ant genera are specialist predators of termites. Source: Internet