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πŸͺ³ Cockroaches & Termites

Indian Mound Termite

Odontotermes wallonensis

About

A common mound-building fungus termite in the Indian subcontinent. Workers forage extensively in agricultural fields, often becoming pests of crops. The mounds are medium-sized with internal fungus comb chambers.

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Did You Know?

Farmers in India have long observed that crops growing near Odontotermes mounds often perform better due to improved soil fertility from termite activity.