| Pest Stats |
| Color: |
Yellowish brown |
| Legs: |
6 |
| Shape: |
Long, narrow, oval |
| Size: |
1/2 inch in length |
| Antennae: |
Yes
|
| Region: |
Hawaii, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, California, |
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Originally from China, Formosan termites are the most voracious,
aggressive and devious of over 2,000 termite species known to
science. Formosan termites are a subterranean species of termite.
Swarmer formosan termite are about 1/2 inch in overall length,
including their wings.
Habits
Formosans are organized into huge underground colonies, and
build intricate mud nests inside the walls of a structure.
Habitat
Formosan termites are the most aggressive subterranean termite
species. Formosans are organized into huge underground colonies,
and build intricate mud nests inside the walls of a structure.
Threats
Because of their aggressive nature, formosan termites are
difficult to control once they infest a structure. Prevention is
key. If dealing with an existing infestation, talk to a pest
professional about formosan termite treatment.