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Termites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Termites often hide in homes and yards with no immediate signs of damage. This habit has earned them the nickname \u201csilent destroyer\u201d. All termites consume cellulose-based plant materials. Unfortunately, all homes, regardless of their construction type, can provide cellulose food for termite infestation. Termites range from 1\/4 to 1\/2 inch in length. Queens and kings are larger, capable of reaching over an inch in length. Workers are typically soft-bodied and pale in color. Flying termites, also called reproductives, have two pairs of prominent wings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Commonly, termites live in wooden structures, decaying trees, fallen timber and soil. Habitats vary among species, as some termites require different amounts of moisture. The pests are found in greater numbers in tropical regions where termite living conditions are optimal. In the summer months, reproductive flying termites leave their mature colonies to mate and mate. After this, the mates lose their wings, become queens and kings, and create new colonies. Immature termites develop into one of three roles: worker, soldier or reproductive. Some species of termite queens lay millions of eggs each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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