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Termites

This category is for questions and answers about termites. Termites are colony insects. They eat dead plant material, including wood. They are very important within the ecosystem, but they can be a detriment to human housing.

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How big do termite colonies get?

Termites come in a wide range of sizes. Dampwood termites, the largest is the US, can grow up to five-eights of an inch in length. Subterranean worker termites, which are the most common, can grow to be three-eights of an inch in length.

What is the best pest control I can use to get rid of termites?

You can use some organic methods without using pesticides in advance. Because the use of pesticides can be harmful. But there is no possibility of harm using organic or natural methods and its use will kill the insects 100%. So use organic methods without using pesticides. If you need more information you can Call Now +1 855 640 0327 (Toll-Free) this number.

How do flies survive?

flies survive by eating different types of food

eg. nectar from flowers, germ infested food from rubbish bins

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Will mulch draw termites?

To give you some background on myself I am a 30 year landscape veteran that went back to school in 2003. I have studied this question in my horticulture classes back in 2003 and as I remember I was told that termites do not eat mulch that termites only ate solid wood and was backed by scientific data. As a good student I agreed and to listen to my teacher because that is what you go to school for and I have always been hungry for knowllage.Recently I done more research on the study to prove my education. The first thing a person has to understand is that termites are are subterane

Why do termites eat only dead wood?

Termites generaly eat dead wood but they can also eat live wood as well if their food suplies are scarce however they wioll only eat wood at fringes while they will leave the core intact.

What harmful effects of termites to people?

I read a case study where a man slipped into a coma whilst camping, and termites ate into hiss genitals, which were explosed at the time. He was discovered a day later, and taken to hospital. His mangled genitals had termite eggs inside them. Apparantly he collapsed on a termite nest.

What creature kills termites?

Termites are extremely fragile. Almost anything will kill them. The hard part is preventing them..

How do you get rid of termites inexpensively?

Termites can spread very quickly so it would be wise to have a professional check it out ASAP! I know Terminix offers a free initial home inspection & evaluation...you could give them a ring and at least get some questions answered (877) 397-5201.

Does termite helps in decomposition?

Yes, a termite is considered a decomposer as it eats wood. their teeth must be very sharp

On the Lighter Side

If it gets it's teeth stuck into a Beethoven symphony, then yes it's definitely a decomposer!

Termites what do they look like?

There are many types of termites that call United States home.

In the northeast area of the county the two most popular are Drywood Termites and Eastern Subterranean Termites.

Drywood Termites

* 3/8"-5/8", yellow/brownish. One wing. * These eat across the grain, eating all the wood, unlike subterranean termites. These termites usually are found in small amounts, but if not fully treated, the new infestations can cause serious damage. * Drywood Termites typically live in dry wood(low levels of moisture). Usually found in sub tropical areas, several species in the southwest. Colonies are found inside the wood. Eastern Subterranean Termites

* Underground, they enter wood structures through small cracks, some lees then 1/16". However, if moisture is available these creatures can survive without being underground., 3/8", dark-brown/ blackish. Wings are long and can be milky/ transparent.

What type of a consumer is a termite?

Termites are insects and therefore animals. All animals are consumers.

What does ant waste look like?

Ants dont produce much feces, they are more in a liquid form or sort of. Their urine is like brown droplets and said to be composed of crystallized uric acid.

Can ticks suck blood?

they suck blood by getting onto a humans blood and sticking there antlers into a humans scalp so it wont be hard to be whip away.then they just suck the blood until they get full.and they also leave a bite mark on a human or anytype of animals skin

Group of termites?

A group of ants are called a colony/army of ants

Can Termites cause naphthalene poisoning?

in extreme exposure or long term inhalation it can cause internal bleeding and liver failure resulting in death

How much wood does a termite eat?

it can depend on the species but a colony of Eastern Subterranean termites with a population of 500,000 is supposed to be able to consume enough cellulose to equal the weight of a two foot 2 x 4

How long is a queen termite expected to live?

Depending on the type treatment you decide on Bait or Liquid is how long it will last. Baiting stations can last a lifetime if monitored correctly every three months however the cost to do so is higher annually. A liquid conventional treatment using the most popular chemical of termite companies as of late (termidor) is a chemical than has proven to remain effective for 10 plus years.

Where do termites live in the world?

termites live all over the world in each country. Termites live in wood such as homes, tree stumps, and anything else made from wood.

What would the be the length of a chain of 60 termites that is 5mm long into meters?

I think there are 10 mm in each cm so a termite would be 1/2 a cm long. Multiply 1/2 by 60 and you get and answer of 30. I believe there are 10 mm in each cm - so this would make a termite 1/2 a cm long. All you do is multiply 1/2 by 60 to get an answer of 30.

Can a termite live in human hair?

No, a termite cannot live in human hair.