Where Termites Can Be Found
WouterTermites can be found all over the world. Most species are found in the tropics. They also live in Central Asia, Europe, Africa and Korea. Some species are protected by governments. Fortunately, most species do not cause major damage. They are relatively small, ranging from 0.5 cm to 1.5 cm.
Termites are usually seen in wooden structures and in dead wood. They live in colonies and consume wood. They also eat roots, grass, cardboard, and paper. Several types of termites can infest a house.
Termites have three social castes: workers, soldiers, and reproductives. They all have segmented antennae. Each caste is a member of the colony and contributes to the nest building process.
A termite colony can consist of thousands of members. Typically, the king and queen are responsible for reproduction. They mate and form a new colony. A few of these species are listed on the IUCN Red List.
Termites live underground and are active year-round. They build tunnels deep into the ground to find food. They also use mud to insulate themselves from predators. Termite mounds can be as high as two or three meters. They also produce smaller workers.
Termites are most often found in buildings, but they can also be found in the ground. They can invade homes through small cracks and joints in the roof. They can also be found behind wooden doors, in wood frame walls, and behind tiles.
There are three main types of termites: subterranean, drywood, and wood. Depending on the type of termite you are dealing with, there are different techniques to control it.
