Genus Kalotermes (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of Kalotermitidae; termites destructive of wood and living trees.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Kalotermes is a genus of termites in the family Kalotermitidae, commonly known as drywood termites due to their preference for dry wood.
- The genus Kalotermes is known for its destructive behavior towards wood and living trees, often causing significant damage to structures and forests.
- Kalotermes flavicollis is a species within the genus Kalotermes that is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, where it infests dry wood and causes significant damage.
- The genus Kalotermes is characterized by its distinctive elongated heads and dark-colored bodies, which distinguish it from other termite genera.
- Kalotermes is considered a type genus of the family Kalotermitidae, which includes other drywood termite species that are similarly destructive to wood and living trees.