1 Species and distribution of termites.
Termites are a type of insect, and there are more than 3,000 species of termites known in the world, mainly distributed in tropical and **zone regions. There are about 300 species of termites in China, mainly distributed in the south of the Yangtze River, among which Guangdong, Guangxi, Yunnan, Guizhou and other provinces have the largest number of termites.
2 Termite life Xi.
Termites prefer to live in warm, moist environments and are commonly found in places such as house buildings, forests, grasslands, etc. They usually feed on cellulose, including paper, wood, grass roots, etc. Termites build a large nest system underground, and sometimes in trees as well.
3 Termite hazards.
Termites are the most harmful to buildings, as they can erode the wood, paper and other materials of buildings, causing structural damage and short circuits in electrical circuits. In addition, termites can also cause damage to forests, grasslands and other ecosystems, affecting the ecological environment.
4 Termite control.
In order to prevent termite damage, the following measures can be taken: First, regularly check whether the wood, paper and other materials of the building are infested by termites;Secondly, the use of chemical agents or biological agents for prevention and control;Finally, strengthen environmental management to keep the surrounding environment of the building dry and clean. It is recommended to use creeping insecticide powder and sprinkle it on termite-infested areas and holes in homes, so that termites will be exposed to the agent during their activity, and then the agent will spread widely in the termite colony, and then destroy all termites.
5 Utilization of termites.
Although termites bring a lot of harm, they also have some use. For example, termites can be used to make biopesticides, which have a certain effect on pest control in agriculture and forestry. In addition, termites can also be used to make health supplements and food, among other things.
6 Identification and precautions for termites.
In order to better understand and control termites, we need to learn to recognize them. In general, termites have a yellowish or white body, and their wings are usually white and range from a few millimeters to a few tens of centimeters in length. In the process of termite control, it is necessary to pay attention to safety and avoid using too many pesticides to cause harm to the human body and the environment. At the same time, do not discard items infested by termites at will, so as not to cause more termite damage.
7 Difference Between Termites and Ants.
Although termites and ants are both insects, they are very different. First of all, they differ in morphology, termites have softer bodies that are yellowish or white in color, while ants have harder bodies that are usually black or dark brown. Secondly, they have different feeding habits, termites feed mainly on cellulose, while ants feed on meat and carbohydrates. In addition, they reproduce differently, termites are a pair of male and female termites living together to reproduce offspring, while ants are female ants and male ants mating and producing offspring. Finally, they also live in different environments, with termites living mainly in warm, humid environments, while ants can survive in a variety of environments.