Termite (De-winged Alate)

Nests located in soil, damp wood, or dry wood within structures.

Cellulose-based materials such as wood, paper, cardboard, and organic plant debris.

Social insects with a caste system. Alates (swarmers) fly out to mate and establish new colonies, shedding their wings shortly after landing.

Significant risk of structural damage to homes and buildings. Ecologically beneficial as decomposers that recycle dead wood into the soil.