Colony of Nasutitermes lujae dampwood termites in a tree trunk. Termites are social insects that live in large colonies. Their nests are often built a

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Colony of Nasutitermes lujae dampwood termites in a tree trunk. Termites are social insects that live in large colonies. Their nests are often built around dead trees and are made from fine soil, saliva and excrement.

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