Termites, found on every continent except Antarctica, are often referred to as "silent destroyers." These small, social insects live in colonies and spend their lives primarily in search of ...

Flying termites, or "swarmers," signal a nearby colony and can cause serious damage if not addressed quickly. To control flying termites, King recommends differentiating between long-term elimination ...

How can I keep them from swarming around my house? Termite "swarmers," the ones you see bundled together in big groups, are winged adults that fly out of the nest to look for a mate. They can only fly ...

Termites can be the bane of a property owner's existence. Learn how to keep these wood-munchers from eating you out of house ...

For Zach DeVries, an assistant professor of Urban Entomology at the University of Kentucky who works with its Cooperative Extension Service, this is the time of year he gets the most calls about ...

Q: If I have termites in my house, can they be treated on the outside of the house without anyone having to drill holes into my travertine floors on the inside? A: Generally speaking, most termite ...

After autumn rains, the western subterranean termites take flight! Sonoma Ecology Center Executive Director Richard Dale, spotted this swarm during a hike along Rattlesnake Cutoff—the connector ...

Boasting more than 80 distinct ecosystems, Florida is a biodiversity hot spot. More than 4,000 animal species, in fact, are native to the Sunshine State. As the weather continues to warm, a growing ...

Early detection is key in preventing costly issues down the road. Suddenly seeing dozens (even hundreds) of winged termites flying near windows, light fixtures, or doors can be especially troubling to ...