Termites are underground pests that feed on wood. Damage may take three to eight years to become serious since termites eat wood from the inside out. (Photo Credit: Chaiyon021/Dreamstime) Termites are ...

Several insect species, including ants, honeybees and termites, live in highly organized societies, also known as social insect colonies. Insects living in these colonies can take on different roles, ...

Termite swarms are appearing weeks ahead of schedule in Tampa Bay, catching a handful of homeowners off guard.

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Termite season typically begins in spring, but according to pest control experts at Terminix, Mount Holly and other South Jersey towns have already seen some activity. In a news release, Terminix said ...

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Odontotermes obesus is one of the termite species that grows fungi, called Termitomyces, in their mounds. Workers collect dead leaves, wood, and grass to stack them in underground fungus gardens ...

As the planet warms, termites will likely play an increasingly important role in wood decomposition, researchers report, which will likely have important consequences for global carbon cycling in the ...

Green Country Pest Control has released its Houston Metro Termite Pressure Report, highlighting the growing risk ...

A study reveals that termites are not simply spreading through natural processes, suggesting humans may be helping them 'conquer the world' by unknowingly transporting them aboard private boats. When ...