Subterranean Termite

Moist soil and underground colonies, frequently infesting wooden structures and dead trees in contact with the ground.

Cellulose-based materials, primarily wood, paper, cardboard, and cotton.

Eusocial insects that live in large underground colonies with a caste system (workers, soldiers, and reproductives). They build 'mud tubes' to travel safely from the soil to food sources while maintaining moisture.

Significant structural pests that cause billions of dollars in property damage annually by consuming wood from the inside out; ecologically beneficial in nature for decomposing dead logs and aerating soil.