A dispersal flight from our long-lived termite mound demonstrates that it still houses a reproductively active colony

For the first time we’ve seen termites at the start of their flight to establish new colonies. This has lead us to discover much more about their lives below ground.

We know the seasons have turned when termites take flight. Here we take a closer look at these tiny insects: their dispersal strategy; courtship behaviour; and the general feeding bonanza they support.