Formosan termite infestations have been reported in eleven U.S. states, including: Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. For the moment, the Formosan termite invasion is likely to be restricted to the southern United States, because their eggs will not hatch; in environments below 68 °F.
Because of the enormous size of Formosan termite colonies, and their ability to consume wood at a rapid rate, these pests are responsible for causing devastation and damage to homes, buildings and property. In most instances, homeowners require the help of an exterminator, or other such pest control professional, to successfully eliminate this destructive pest.
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Homeowners need to keep a constant eye out for termite invaders. At the first sign that these destructive guests have arrived in the home, residents should contact an exterminator for a proper assessment; and possible pest control services for treatment.
ReplyDeleteLuckily for the northern United States, this "super termite" is unable to reproduce their population, and create pest control problems; in temperatures that consistently drop below sixty-eight degrees fahrenheit.
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