Acoustic communication between Microcerotermes crassus Snyder

IRG/WP 1158

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An unusual acoustic communication within a nest of Microcerotermes crassus SNYDER is reported. The signals produced by the termites are described and possible reasons for this behavior are considered.


Keywords: TERMITES; ACOUSTIC COMMUNICATION; SOUND PRODUCTION; BEHAVIOUR; SOCIAL INSECTS; MICROCEROTERMES CRASSUS; SIGNALS

Conference: 82-05-24/28 Çesme, Turkey


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