The Formosan subterranean termite (Coptotermes formosanus) strikes fear in the hearts of homeowners, particularly residents of Hawaii and the southern United States. According to a report by the ...

Beware of the 'super termite' that’s munching more than wood. Find out why this is a nightmare for homeowners.

Formosan termites were first found in Brunswick County in railroad sleepers used in landscaping. Now, they are arriving via ...

It's termite swarming season in Southeast Texas. Every year around late spring the Formosan subterranean termites set out in mass. They take flight on nights when there is little wind, usually ...

An invasive termite that can be more destructive than its native counterparts has been spreading in South Carolina, some experts say. Formosan subterranean termites have increased their hold in the ...

There’s good news in the air for French Quarter residents as Mother’s Day approaches: Eleven years after the end of the experimental program to install termite-killing baits throughout the riverfront ...

McNEILL, Miss. -- Unwelcome in polite society after leaving behind billions of dollars in property damage, the Formosan termite has been extended an invitation to chow down on walls, floors and ...

In the forest and other natural settings, termites are beneficial insects that recycle woody debris, such as dead trees, and return nutrients to the soil. But when they attack our houses, it’s a ...

Termite infestations can be a real problem for homeowners, with some causing significant, lasting damage. These pests will colonize within a home, feeding on and destroying the house’s wood. If not ...

Termites benefit the environment by breaking down wood debris, but they can cause severe damage to homes. Swarmers, bubbling paint, and mud tunnels can indicate a termite infestation in a home.

The University of Florida has confirmed that a new hybrid of termites, from the Asian subterranean and Formosan termites, are spreading in the state. Researchers say the fusion of these two termites ...