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Drywood Termites

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Latin Name:

Genera Kalotermes & Incisitermes

Appearance:

Larger than subterranean termites, up to one-half inch long; no worker caste in the colony.

Habit:

Create colonies in wood, with no connection to the ground necessary; often found in attic wood; need very little moisture.

Diet:

Wood and occasionally other cellulose material.

Reproduction:

Nymphs pass through seven instars before reaching adulthood; sexual forms eventually swarm to form new colony.

Drywood Termite Information

Drywood Termite
Drywood Termite

drywood termites

Drywood Termites FACTS

Cause serious damage to structures, often long before they are discovered; piles of sawdust-like pellets are a distinct sign of infestation; not as widespread as subterranean termite; colonies may contain up to 2,700 members.