Subterranean termites belong to the Caste System
Charecteristics of Subterranean Termites
- A Queen subterranean termite can produce up to 20,000 eggs per day
- A colony can eat up to 2kg of food per day
- Subterranean termites are able to penetrate through tiny gaps of 1/32 inch
- Attack all cellulose things
Hazards caused
- Building may collapse
- Cause fire due to short circuit
Control Methods
- Remedial or “Spot Powder” treatment
- Corrective or post construction treatment
- Chemical soil or pre-construction treatment
- Termite Baiting System