termite, n.Trivia

Termites are being researched as possible renewable energy sources because of they are one of the planets most efficient hydrogen bio-reactors.

The world's termite population outweighs the world's humans about 10 to 1

Termites like rock music; the vibrations indicate better wood and increase their pace of eating

Queen termites can live up to 50 years and produce eggs for up to 10 years.

Soldier termites have such enlarged jaws that they cannot feed themselves. The soldiers are fed by the worker termites whom they defend from ant attacks.

Termites can live longer than you think --- queen termites can live up to 50 years

Termite farts are a major contributor to climate change, accounting for about 1 to 3% of global methane emissions