The functions of the fat body in the different castes of termites, and accumulation of energy
reserves, proteins and urates within this organ, are reviewed. The termite fat body is involved …

Termites are eusocial insects that have a peculiar and intriguing system of communication
using pheromones. The termite pheromones are composed of a blend of chemical …

This chapter reviews the communication that occurs among termites performing different
behavioral activities. Termites are social insects, and social activities require communication …

We tested the hypothesis that the phototatic response of nocturnal insects is influenced by
the flickering of light sources by comparing the numbers of insects captured in traps …

This commentary paper addresses the outdated and misleading terminology used to categorize
termites into “higher” and “lower”. These terms perpetuate a linear progression view of …

Leaf-cutter ants cultivate and feed on the mutualistic fungus, Leucoagaricus gongylophorus,
which is threatened by parasitic fungi of the genus Escovopsis. The mechanism of …

Foraging behavior in termites varies with the feeding habits of each species but often occurs
through the formation of well-defined trails that connect the nest to food sources in species …

Caste polymorphism in termites may provide specialization for different tasks in a colony,
generating a division of labour that promotes fitness. The influence of polymorphism has been …

Heterotermes tenuis is a native termite of large negative impact on the Brazilian economy.
Many studies have focused on optimizing the baiting method for termite control by improving …

We study the tunnelling network dynamics of two morphologically and ecologically very
similar native termite species from the Brazilian Cerrado, Cornitermes cumulans and …