What does a termite larva or termite eggs look like?

Question: What does a termite larva look like? What do their eggs look like?

Answer: The eggs are very small, and you are not likely to see them. Termites do not really have a larval stage. Many entomologists call the larva the hatchling or the first instar of the termites. Others call the nymphs or immatures larvae. Regardless, immature termites look very similar to adults—white, soft-bodied insects.

Termite Larvae And Workers In Colony

Termite Larvae And Workers In Colony

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Behind my house, my yard seems like it has been eaten up in a random pattern. I found a bunch of little black things. I think they might be pillbugs. Im worried that they might completely destroy my lawn. What should I do?

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