Which of the following is cited as an example of social insect?
A
Papillio
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B
Termite
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C
Moth
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D
All of the above
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Solution
The correct option is B Termite
Social insects are the insects that live in colonies or groups. They show the three main characteristics as group integration, division of labor and overlap of generations. This group includes the termites, ants, bees and wasps. These are involved in social activities by cooperating among the members of the colonies. They distribute the work and maintain the integration of their colony.