Termites
Termites have several ways to defend themselves against predators, but there is this especially interesting one. A type of termite that is common in French Guiana is called Neocapritermes taracua and spends much of its life waiting for the day that it comes under attack.
hen that day comes, the older termites in the colony move to the front lines equipped with what scientists liken to “explosive backpacks.” Throughout its life cycle, the termites produce toxic blue crystals using a couple of glands in the abdomen and then store them in a pouch. Once an enemy attacks, the older – and more potent – soldiers head out to pack a bigger punch in the suicide bomber-like defensive move.