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Insects
Termite
Macrotermes bellicosus
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Lifespan
- 1-2 years (workers)
- Weight
- 0.00001 kg
- Conservation
- Least Concern
The Termite (Macrotermes bellicosus) is a herbivore species found in Tropical and subtropical regions. It typically lives 1-2 years (workers), weighing around 0.00001 kg, and is currently classified as Least Concern on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the termite: Termite queens can live for 30-50 years.
Insects are the most numerous group of animals on Earth, making up over half of all known living species. Despite their small size, they play essential roles in pollination, decomposition, and the food chain.