Nasutitermes horni

(Nasutitermes horni)

Description

Nasutitermes horni, is a species of termite of the genus Nasutitermes. It is found in Sri Lanka. It is not considered as a pest, although they are abundant in coconut plantations and forests.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:

Kingdom: Animalia

Phylum:

Class: Insecta

Order:Blattodea

Family:Termitidae

Genus:Nasutitermes

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