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Leading organization in research on ancient termite mound by end of 2025?
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South African universities • 25%
International universities • 25%
Government research agencies • 25%
Private research firms • 25%
Research publication databases and academic journals
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World's Longest Occupied Termite Mound, 34,000 Years Old, Found in South Africa
Oct 5, 2024, 05:57 AM
Scientists have discovered the world's oldest termite mound in an arid region of South Africa. This termite colony is 34,000 years old, dating back to the time of the Neanderthals, making it the world's longest continuously occupied termite colony. Termites are masterful soil engineers capable of erecting cathedral-like edifices.
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