Termites

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Although DIY fans might want to repair termite damage on their own, wise homeowners know professionals are a better choice. Repairs can vary from a hundred dollars to thousands, depending on the extent of damage.

Termites ingest wood, but it's the bacteria inside their bodies that digest it.

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Well, aren't you just a little bug enthusiast! Termites are actually a great source of protein, with about 14 grams of protein in every 100 grams of termites. So, if you have 200 grams of those little critters, you're looking at a whopping 28 grams of protein. Enjoy your termite feast!

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Termites produce around 11-30 million metric tons of methane annually, making them one of the largest natural sources of methane emissions.

If the insect carries pollen from one flower to another, it can facilitate cross-pollination, leading to the fertilization and production of seeds in the second flower. This can enhance genetic diversity, improve reproductive success, and potentially increase biodiversity in the ecosystem.

Termites have a symbiotic relationship with intestinal flagellates, which are microorganisms living in their gut. The flagellates help termites digest cellulose, a key component of wood, by breaking it down into simpler compounds the termites can absorb. In return, the flagellates receive a stable environment and a constant food source from the termite's diet.

Flagellated protists of the genus Trichonympha live inside the gut of termites. These protists have a symbiotic relationship with termites by helping them break down cellulose in wood.

Yes, termites are considered herbivores because they primarily feed on cellulose, which is found in plant material like wood. They rely on symbiotic microorganisms in their gut to help break down the cellulose into digestible nutrients.

A termite's habitat in a forest would be within decaying wood or soil. Its niche would involve breaking down cellulose in dead plant material, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem, and providing a food source for other organisms such as fungi and predators.

Animals that eat termites include anteaters, aardvarks, and certain species of birds like honeyguides and woodpeckers. These animals have specialized adaptations, such as long tongues or strong beaks, to help them extract termites from their nests or colonies.

No, termites do not produce more CO2 than human burning of fossil fuels. It is estimated that human burning of fossil fuels is the largest source of CO2 emissions, contributing significantly to climate change. Termites do produce some CO2 as part of their natural digestion process, but it is not on the same scale as human activities.

20 termites can fit on 1 centimeter if each termite is 5 millimeters long.

Rubbing alcohol may help in disinfecting the affected area and reducing the risk of spreading ringworm, but it is not considered an effective treatment to kill the fungus causing ringworm. It is recommended to use antifungal treatments specifically designed for ringworm under the guidance of a healthcare professional.

Rubbing alcohol may be able to kill streptococcus bacteria on surfaces, but it is not recommended for treating a strep throat infection within the body. Strep throat is best treated with antibiotics prescribed by a healthcare provider.

Termite queens can live up to 25 years, while worker termites typically live 1-2 years. The life expectancy of soldier termites falls between that of queens and workers, usually around 2-3 years.

• Order: Isoptera

  Species:

  As of 1996, about 2,800 termite species are recognized, classified in seven families. These are arranged here in a phylogenetic sequence, from the most basal to the most advanced:

  • Mastotermitidae (1 species, Mastotermes darwiniensis)
  • Hodotermitidae (3 genera, 19 species)
  • • Hodotermitinae
  • Kalotermitidae (22 genera, 419 species)
  • Termopsidae (5 genera, 20 species)
  • • Termopsinae
    • Porotermitinae
    • Stolotermitinae
  • Rhinotermitidae (14 genera, 343 species)
  • • Coptotermitinae Holmgren
    • Heterotermitinae Froggatt
    • Prorhinoterminae Quennedey & Deligne, 1975
    • Psammotermitinae Holmgren
    • Rhinotermitinae Froggatt
    • Stylotermitinae Holmgren, K & N, 1917
    • Termitogetoninae Holmgren
  • Serritermitidae (1 species, Serritermes serrifer)
  • Termitidae (236 genera, 1958 species)
  • • Apicotermitinae (42 genera, 208 species)
    • Foraminitermitinae (2 genera, 9 species)
    • Macrotermitinae (13 genera, 362 species)
    • Nasutitermitinae (80 genera, 576 species)
    • Sphaerotermitinae (1 genera, 1 species)
    • Syntermitinae (13 genera, 99 species)
    • Termitinae (90 genera, 760 species)

I think it may be a larder beetle - also known as Dermestes Lardarius.