Formosan Termites in Trees
| | Graveyard of dead trees. A large cavity caused by formosan termites can be seen in a log at the top of the pile in the center. (Photo by Chris Dunaway.) |
| | | Termite nest removed from a tree trunk. (Photo by Chris Dunaway.) |
| | | This Formosan termite-weakend tree was broken apart during the winds from Tropical Storm Lee. Closer inspection revealed a large nest in the center. )Photo by Chris Dunaway.) |
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Besides attacking our homes and businesses, Formosan subterranean termites destroy otherwise-healthy trees. Native subterranean termites will only attack dead trees or those that have suffered an injury such as from a lightning strike.
By attacking from below, the termites can consume the center of a tree until it can no longer support itself and it fall over. As the termites eat, they also build a nest within the tree, which can serve as the home of millions of Formosan termites that can infest nearby structures. It is known that Formosan termites can forage for 100 yards from the main nest in search of additional food. It is therefore very important to inspect your trees and have them treated as necessary as part of a successful integrated treatment strategy.
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| Last Updated: 12/12/2011 10:25:53 AM |
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