Bug Identifier
Termite
Community identification

Termite

Isoptera

Order & Family
Blattodea, Termitoidae
Size
3 mm to 15 mm long depending on the caste.
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Natural Habitat

Subterranean nests, decaying wood, and structural timber in buildings.

Diet & Feeding

Cellulose derived from wood, plant material, and paper products.

Behavior Patterns

Eusocial insects living in large colonies with strict caste systems and hidden tunneling habits.

Risks & Benefits

Major structural pests causing severe property damage, though ecologically vital for nutrient recycling in soils.