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πŸͺ³ Cockroaches & Termites

Philippine Milk Termite

Coptotermes vastator

About

The most destructive termite species in the Philippines, causing severe damage to buildings, trees, and crops. Colonies can be enormous with millions of workers. Soldiers produce a white, milky defensive secretion from the frontal gland.

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Did You Know?

This species is so destructive in the Philippines that entire coconut plantations have been devastated, leading to major government-funded control programs.