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 ...

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 ...

It happens around Mother's Day every year. Formosan subterranean termites take flight from their colonies and swarm across large areas looking for a mate. For homeowners the sight of thousands of ...

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 ...

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.

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 ...

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — A tiny terror has John Valdes troubled. He is a contractor in St. Augustine who specializes in restoring historic buildings. Tuesday, he took ...

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