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Tag: termites
Family of termites has been traveling across the ocean for millions of years
Termites are all around the world, but this specific family has a very unique story to tell.
Termites recycle their methane — scientists want us to copy them
This isn't the first time we've tried copying termites.
Termite royalty wear chemical crowns to bedazzle their subjects
Bow down, plebs.
New paper traces the history of termites — and it’s surprisingly similar to our own
Rafters, builders, annoying when they come into the house uninvited. We're very similar.
Termites know more about ventilation that human architects
The humble termite only has its body, saliva and some soil to work with, and the only blueprints it has ...
Namibian fairy circles mystery finally solved: they’re made by termites
A while ago, we wrote about the ongoing efforts to pinpoint the cause that gives rise to the thousands of ...
Termite workers suicide to protect colony from invaders. Remarkable social behavior
Defense, like offence, is expensive for any animal. It takes resources and a lot of energy, and for some, it ...
