Calotermitid

/ˌkæl.ə.tɜrˈmɪt.ɪd/ noun

Definition

A termite belonging to the family Kalotermitidae, commonly known as dampwood termites or drywood termites.

Etymology

From Calotermes + '-id' suffix (member of family). A taxonomic term in entomology.

Kelly Says

Calotermitid termites are the rebels of termite families—they don't need a queen to reproduce, and soldiers can do the job instead, breaking termite social rules!

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