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Heterotermes
subterranean termites
Heterotermes is a genus of subterranean termites with near-cosmopolitan distribution. Members are eusocial insects forming large colonies with distinct castes: primary reproductives (alates), nymphoid neotenic secondary reproductives, workers, and soldiers. The genus is closely related to Reticulitermes. Several species are significant pests of timber, crops, and structures.