Termite Biology
- Subterranean termites’ nest under the soil which makes them difficult to be traced in open condition.
- Termites live in colony comprises castes of Queen, King, Worker, Soldier & Aletes. Each caste has its contribution to the colony, i.e. worker caste functions as a food provider for the colony.
- Termite can be found in many species in Malaysia. Treatment varies based on types of infestation species.
- A fully grown Coptotermes sp. colony can host up to 1 million members which can cause fast damages onto wooden structure inside our house.
- Termites feed on timber roofs, wooden window/door frames, timber flooring, paper documents and circuit box, causing major loses in financial terms and even pose danger to human safety.