Gut Microbiome of Anacanthotermes turkestanicus and Anacanthotermes ahngerianus
The significant difference in the microbial community of these two termite species belonging to the same genus indicates that habitat, ecosystem, and thus dietary preferences influence the microbial diversity within the host more than its evolutionary history. Understanding the genomic basis of their digestive processes and ecological interactions will be helpful in contributing to the development of sustainable termite control methods for the preservation of historical buildings.