Termite Preferences for Foraging Sites

Ibrahim G Ali; Berhan M Ahmed; Gary Sheridan; John R J French

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-72110-1_9

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Termite Preferences for Foraging Sites

Ibrahim G Ali, Berhan M Ahmed, Gary Sheridan and John R J French

Termites and Sustainable Management, Volume 1: Biology, Social Behaviour and Economic Importance, pp.181-199

Sustainability in Plant and Crop Protection (SUPP), Springer International Publishing

2018

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-72110-1_9

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Abstract

Zoology

Building

termite

soil

subterranean

foraging

symbiosis

Termite interaction with soil and its manipulation create spatial variability via the nests and other structures they build using mainly finer materials from surrounding soils. Their preference for particular nesting and foraging conditions profoundly affects the physical as well as microbial properties of soils. Their activities to transport soil and water as well as establish and maintain symbiotic relationship with some microorganisms create suitable nesting and foraging places. They also create fertile area in an otherwise barren landscape. More knowledge on their interaction with soil and preferential foraging might help in understanding the conditions under which they are spreading beyond their usual climatic zones. Their potential for improving poor soil conditions into productive ones is also immense. This chapter details termite soil interaction and their preference for foraging sites in different environmental conditions.

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Title: Termite Preferences for Foraging Sites
Authors: Ibrahim G Ali (Author) - University of Melbourne
Berhan M Ahmed (Author) - University of Melbourne
Gary Sheridan (Author) - University of Melbourne
John R J French (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
Contributors: Md Aslam Khan (Editor)
Wasim Ahmad (Editor)
Publication details: Termites and Sustainable Management, Volume 1: Biology, Social Behaviour and Economic Importance, pp.181-199
Series: Sustainability in Plant and Crop Protection (SUPP)
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Date published: 2018
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-72110-1_9
ISBN: 9783319721095
Organisation Unit: University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99450893302621
Output Type: Book chapter

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