White ants, also known as termites, are a type of insect that feed on wood and other cellulose-based materials. They are found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world and can cause significant damage to buildings and other structures. Termites are social insects that live in colonies and are divided into three distinct castes: workers, soldiers, and reproductives. The workers are responsible for gathering food and maintaining the colony, while the soldiers defend the colony from predators. The reproductives are responsible for producing new members of the colony.