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Ivory Coast Fungus Termite

Macrotermes mülleri

About

A large fungus-growing species found in the humid forests of West and Central Africa. Colonies construct partially subterranean nests with above-ground mound structures. Workers collect leaf litter from the forest floor for their fungus gardens.

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Did You Know?

This species creates covered foraging trails that can extend over 50 meters from the nest to protect workers from predators and desiccation.