Termite symbiotes

Termite symbionts are microorganisms, mainly bacteria and other tiny organisms, that live inside termites. They form a mutually beneficial relationship: the symbionts help termites digest cellulose, the tough plant material in wood and plant matter, which termites alone can't break down efficiently. In return, the termites provide a safe environment and nutrients for the symbionts. This partnership is essential for termite survival, allowing them to thrive on a diet of wood and plant debris that would otherwise be indigestible. These symbionts are critical for the termite's digestion and overall ecological role in breaking down plant material.