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πŸͺ³ Cockroaches & Termites

West African Fungus-Growing Termite

Macrotermes subhyalinus

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About

A widespread African termite that builds large above-ground mounds and farms Termitomyces fungi. They are an important food source for humans and wildlife across West Africa.

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Did You Know?

Their winged reproductive alates are collected and roasted as a protein-rich delicacy during annual swarming events.