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Termite Queen

All termite colonies are governed by a caste system. Queen termites are integral to the founding and growth of termite colonies. 

Colonies are founded when a fertile potential queen termite joins a mating swarm. Swarms are comprised of male and female reproductives from fully-established termite colonies. Unlike worker and soldier termites, these reproductives are equipped with wings and are dark in color. After mating, swarmers land and shed their wings.

Although reproductive termites bear a distinct resemblance to winged ants, both males and females survive beyond the mating swarm and go on to found colonies. These insects then become known as the kings and queens of their new colonies. The termite queen is responsible for maintaining and increasing the population of the colony. 

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Termite Queen: Facts & Information about Queen Termites