This Fly Larva’s Butt Looks Like a Termite’s Head—and Termites Are Falling for It
“Most termites live several meters deep and have no visual perception. However, harvester termites come out at dusk to ...
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The butts of these blowfly larvae mimic termite faces
The blowfly larvae bodies have evolved to closely resemble those of the termites, the researchers report February 10 in Current Biology. Inside the nest, termites recognize each other through touch, ...
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Termite inspection: How to know if you have termites & what to do about the problem
An expert shares information on termite swarming, signs of termite activity and ways to help protect your home from these pests.
This North Texas city is one of the worst for termites. How to check your home for these tiny bugs
Texas A&M also reports that this breed is present in both Tarrant and Dallas county. And while termites can be in your home ...
Rare fly species wears fake termite head to infiltrate nests
According to the team, the relationship between the blow fly larvae and termites appears to be some form of social parasitism ...
Scientists just found one of nature’s sneakiest spies
What are nature's best spies? Well, it turns out they just might be fly larvae that can infiltrate termite nests undetected.
Fly larva with a fake termite face can infiltrate termite mounds and socialize
Nature is full of impostors, and many of them are found in the insect world. Certain species, such as the bee fly or the ant ...
Atlanta ranks 11th on Orkin’s list of top termite cities—here’s how to protect your home
The annual report, based on Orkin’s residential termite treatments from Jan. 1, 2024, to Dec. 31, 2024, shows that termite ...