Nasute termites spray ants!

In nasute species of termites (contained within the subfamily Nasutitermitinae), the mandibles have atrophied and receded. This makes way for an elongated, syringic nasus capable of squirting liquid glue. When this substance is released from the frontal gland reservoir and dries, it becomes sticky and is capable of immobilizing attackers. It is highly effective against other arthropods, including spiders, ants, and centipedes. Powerful mandibular muscles inside the head are used to squeeze a gland that “sh