Subterranean-termite
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Coptotermes formosanus
Formosan subterranean termite
Coptotermes formosanus, the Formosan subterranean termite, is a highly destructive invasive termite species native to southern China and Taiwan. It has spread worldwide through human transport, particularly via shipping, and is now established in the southern United States, Hawaii, Japan, and other regions. Colonies can contain millions of individuals with foraging ranges up to 100 meters. The species exhibits complex social behaviors including age-based task division, central nest molting, and nitrogen recycling through exuviae consumption.
Reticulitermes hageni
light southeastern subterranean termite, light southern subterranean termite
Reticulitermes hageni is a native North American subterranean termite in the family Heterotermitidae. It occurs in the southeastern United States, where it inhabits soil and feeds on cellulose material. The species is one of several Reticulitermes species responsible for structural damage to wooden buildings and is distinguished from congeners by genetic and cuticular hydrocarbon profiles rather than morphology alone.