Scientists have uncovered the secret behind the ‘suicide backpacks’ of Neocapritermes taracua termites, revealing a unique defense mechanism involving a highly stable enzyme that detonates on demand, releasing a toxic liquid to protect the colony.
Scientists have uncovered the secret behind the ‘suicide backpacks’ of Neocapritermes taracua termites, revealing a unique defense mechanism involving a highly stable enzyme that detonates on demand, releasing a toxic liquid to protect the colony.