Termites
Despite their bad reputation for destroying man made structures, termites remain important decomposers throughout the world. Termites are fascinating insects, with complex social structures and remarkable engineering abilities.
Order Isoptera - Characteristics of Termites
Homeowners live in fear of termites. These social insects feed on the cellulose in wood and wood by-products, including the structural lumber of buildings. Termites of the order Isoptera first appeared over 250 millions years ago. The name Isoptera means equal wing; primary reproductive adults have two pairs of wings, equal in length.
Homeowners live in fear of termites. These social insects feed on the cellulose in wood and wood by-products, including the structural lumber of buildings. Termites of the order Isoptera first appeared over 250 millions years ago. The name Isoptera means equal wing; primary reproductive adults have two pairs of wings, equal in length.