SOLVED: THE MYSTERY OF JAPAN’S ALL-FEMALE COLONIES
Researchers from The University of Sydney have uncovered the origins of the recently discovered female termite colonies in Japan.
March 1, 2022
Termite Research
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BEE GLUE – A POTENTIAL TERMITICIDE?
The resinous substances gathered by bees is the latest natural compound to exhibit promising termiticidal properties.
September 1, 2021
TERMITE PARTNER SELECTION
We know that termites pair up during swarming events, but what makes a termite chose one partner over another? Steve Broadbent, Regional Director for Ensystex, reviews the research.
September 1, 2021
DOMINANCE HIERARCHY IDENTIFIED IN TERMITES FROM CHINA
A year-long study has indicated that termites from China ‘smell’ other species in their environment and modify their behaviour accordingly.
August 1, 2021
EVOLUTION OF TERMITE PESTS IN CITIES IN ASIA AND AUSTRALIA
Dr Theodore Evans, Associate Professor at the University of Western Australia in Perth, shares an insightful overview of how today’s pest termite species came to dominate the urban environment.
August 1, 2021
Termite Evolution
A look at the latest research on the origins of termites, including their classification and the termite/gut symbiont relationship.
August 1, 2021
Climate Change and Termite Dispersal
Research suggests that not only are termites contributing towards climate change, but the changing climate is impacting the the viability of invasive species in new territories.
August 1, 2021
RESEARCH UPDATES AND POTENTIAL FUTURE INNOVATIONS IN SUBTERRANEAN TERMITE MANAGEMENT
Prof. Chow-Yang Lee, Professor at the Department of Entomology at the University of California, shares an overview of the latest trends and findings in subterranean termite research.
August 1, 2021
UNRAVELLING THE MYSTERY OF THE TERMITE GUT
Steve Broadbent, Regional Director of Ensystex, takes a closer look at the microbial life that plays such a crucial role in the termite gut.
March 1, 2021
LONG LIVE THE QUEEN?
A look at the research into termite queens, their lifespans and reproductive behaviours.
March 1, 2021
December 1, 2020
WHAT’S FOR DINNER? UNDERSTANDING TERMITE FORAGING DECISIONS
Why is it that termites prefer some wood types over others? Steve Broadbent, Regional Director of Ensystex, takes a look at the evidence around termite food selection.
December 1, 2020
