Termite Control Sydney
Termites have a specific role in their colony and are separated into three groups:
Reproductives
- Queen – can live up to 50 years and pump out millions of baby termites. She will never leave the colony
- King – his job is to fertilise the queen and will not leave the colony except at the start of the colony
- Alates – will form their wings and when the perfect conditions arise they will leave the colony to form new colonies. This is usually when the humidity is just right
Soldiers – they are the front line when it comes to an attack of some sought.
Workers – will carry out all work which is needed such as building the colony and will distribute food.
There are three groups that classify termites.
- Subterranean – will usually build their colony underground, under patios and base of trees. Will build mud leads and underground tunnels.
- Dampwood – will usually build their colonies in timber landscaping, damp subfloors or damp wood.
- Drywood – will usually be found in tropical climates, will nest in drywood and does not need ground contact.
There is two different shaped heads in termites which are:
- Mandibulate head
- Nasute head
Appearance | Termites | Ants |
Body segments | Two segments | Three segments |
Antennae | Very straight beaded antennae | Antennae’s are elbowed |
Eyes | Blind except Alates | Compounded eyes |
Colour | Creamy white | Black and reddish brown |
Wings | Equal length wings | One wing longer than the other |
Further Reading:
Termite Prevention Tips Sydney
Ten facts about termites that you may not know.
Termite Alates Swarm over Sydney
Is it important to have a Termite Inspection?
Termite High Risk Map Of Australia