Termite nest on Mango tree in Belize
This year we trimmed back a Mango tree so our Avocado tree could get some sun. In the wake of our cutting, these termites decided to make a nest and attempt to finish off the job. Notice how fast the Mango has grown back in 3 months!
Termites at work in the jungle. Sorry for breaking up the party guys
Normally the termites would be inside their nest. However, we just disturbed the outside to expose the insects for a photo. Plus, tour guides in Belize say the termites taste like carrots. We had to try it out for ourselves!
Termites taste a little like carrots, but I taste peppermint
I did not taste carrots. Instead, the termite had a peppermint flavor. Maybe it was wishful thinking? I never cared much for carrots. Maybe we will save a couple of bucks and start using termite toothpaste? Don’t worry, Lower Dover Jungle Lodge is not that eco-friendly…yet! Do a jungle hike at Lower Dover and taste the termites yourself!
Close up photo inside of termite nest
Termite photography in Belize
Termites tunneling through wood and making a nest of wood pulp
Poor termite . . . I bet it did not wake up this morning thinking it would be a snack.
Poor Mango tree
That looked like a stump.
And I liked the first reply . . . I don’t know if it’s the apex, but one hopes it’s at least quick; often it’s not.
Just to be clear; I was not criticizing. I eat animals, although bugs are usually not eaten by design, but rather by accident.
thanks for taking the time to read and comment. i love nature thats why i do this. that guy certainly see that one coming this morning. sometimes its good to be king in the forest.
There are really many things in the jungle that can get you. it is scary when you think about it, so we do our best to not think too much around here…
Sorry we missed the termite feast. I’ve eaten them in various places and found that they tend to taste in accordance to what they are eating (some taste like mushrooms, peppermint, etc.)