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Old 5/14/09, 5:11 PM
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I've read that certain types of fungi play an important role in a termites life. Termites are highly attracted to the odors produced by wood decaying fungi that, through the decaying process, make the wood easier to penetrate. In some instances, the fungus provides a source of nitrogen in the termite diet.

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