Termites are a prototypical example of the 'extended phenotype'given their ability to shape
their environments by constructing complex nesting structures and cultivating fungus …

Purpose High population growth and the expansion of industry from time to time produce a
large amount of waste/pollution, which harms global environmental health. To overcome the …

The ecological deterioration caused by the continuous and excessive use of synthetic inputs
in agriculture has prompted the search for environmentally favorable resources for crop …

Aims Termites function as “soil engineers” in tropical agroforestry ecosystems. However, of
their role in phosphorus (P) cycling little is known. We aimed to investigate the impact of …

Abstract In the Lower Mekong Basin, paddy fields often appear as mosaics, with soil mounds
covered by trees or other plants in a spotty distribution. These soil mounds are commonly …

Termite mound soils are known to possess unique physico-chemical and biochemical
properties, making them highly fertile. Considering their rich nutrient content, the objective of …

In their activity, termites break down biomass into glucose, forming cementitious compounds.
This results in rainfall-resistant mounds for their shelters, which interests the construction …

Forests are the natural habitat for termite breeding, where the diversity of its species is
higher than other habitats. Therefore, it is imperative to be knowledgeable about the …

In central Côte d'Ivoire, the low level of savanna soil fertility has led farmers to prefer wooded
areas, resulting in pressure risks to Lamto Scientific Reserve. To tackle this alarming …

Indrayani Y, Anwari S. 2021. Effect of termite activity on soil chemical properties using
baiting systems at an arboretum area in Pontianak, West Kalimantan, Indonesia …