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Magnetic termite (Amitermes meridionalis & A. laurensis) mounds North of Lichfield Northern Territory Australia
Magnetic termite mounds constructed by the Compass Termite (Amitermes meridionalis and Amitermes laurensis) are tapering from massive bases to thin turreted ridges that are oriented along a north-south axis. They can occur in clusters of up to several hundred, resembling spectacular, giant cemeteries. North of Lichfield National Park Northern Territory Australia October end of dry season
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Location: Lichfield National Park Northern Territory Australia
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