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Flying ants and termites are often mistaken for each other during their flying stages. Even before they sprout wings, ants and termites dwell in the same habitats and can appear to be the same shape ...

By testing for microbes in termite excrement, researchers can distinguish old droppings from fresh, and whether a colony is ...

There are 2,800 termite species in the world. While only 28 species are known to eat infrastructure and buildings, termites are excellent breeders. Their queens live up to 25 years and lay about ...

Termites are houseguests few homeowners want to experience. With their reputation for voracity and the damage they can inflict on a home, termites are something most people want to avoid at all costs.