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Mar 14, 2020 · April 29, 2024. Formosan termites are an invasive species that threatens homes across the Southern United States. These voracious insects can cause severe damage if unnoticed and left uncontrolled. Formosan termites, unlike ants, are capable of necessitating tens of thousands of dollars of needed repairs in a very short time.
Formosan termites are a type of subterranean termite that nests within the soil. They invade structures from the soil directly through wood to ground contact, or using mud tubes they construct up from the soil. Formosan termites also can construct a carton which helps retain moisture in the nest.
Species Profile: Formosan Subterranean Termite. Damages landscape trees and causes significant structural damage to buildings (Lax and Osbrink 2003)
Formosan termites cause the same type of damage as the other subterranean termites. However, they cause this damage more rapidly than native subterranean termites. They have been known to attack more than 47 plant species, including citrus, wild sherry, cherry laurel, sweet gum, cedar, willow, wax myrtle, Chinese elm and white oak.
Feb 21, 2024 · Formosan termites, scientifically known as Coptotermes formosanus, are a species of subterranean termite known for their aggressive and voracious nature. They pose a significant threat due to their appetite for destruction, eating everything from wood and wallpaper to live trees. Infographic by Juan Rodriguez.
Formosan subterranean termites are in many areas of Charleston County and in Beaufort County on Hilton Head Island and near the city of Beaufort. They also are found in parts of Dorchester County, Berkeley County, in Orangeburg in Orangeburg County, and in Rock Hill in York County.
Dec 11, 2005 · Formosan subterranean termites are wood-destroying insects native to Central America and the Far East that have been introduced into the United States. They are considered one of the most aggressive and economically devastating termite species in the country.
