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kalotermes

/ˌkæl.əˈtɜːr.miːz/

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noun

/ˌkæl.əˈtɜːr.miːz/formalscientific
  • ruНаучное название рода термитов из семейства Kalotermitidae, известных своей разрушительной деятельностью по отношению к древесине и живым деревьям.

A scientific genus name for termites within the family Kalotermitidae, known for being destructive to wood and living trees.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Type genus of KalotermitidaeC2formalscientific

    A genus of termites that are destructive to wood and living trees, belonging to the family Kalotermitidae.

    ruТиповой род семейства Kalotermitidae

    • Kalotermes species are known to infest wooden structures.
    • The damage caused by Kalotermes can be extensive in tropical regions.
    • Researchers study Kalotermes to understand their impact on forestry.