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Nasutitermes (genus)

Snouted termite, Gluegun termite at Alexandra Hills, QLD

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Identification history

	Nasutitermes (genus)	13 May 2025	MichaelMulvaney
	Nasutitermes (genus)	28 May 2023	TimL

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The images show Gluegun termites attending to a break in their covered forageway. The first image provides a close-up view of the hollow snout (Fontanellar gun) that is used to eject a sticky chemical deterrent. Closer inspection of the head and snout appears to show the outline of the teardrop shaped chemical container within the head. Thanks to Barbara for the initial sighting.

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Location information

Places Alexandra Hills, QLD

Sighting information

101 - 1,000 Abundance
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TimL NatureMapr Greater Brisbane Termites (superfamily Termitoidea) Other insects Insects

Additional information

5mm to 12mm Animal size
Alive / healthy Animal health

Species information

Nasutitermes (genus) Scientific name
Snouted termite, Gluegun termite Common name
Sensitive
Local native
Non-invasive or negligible
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