Which insect feeds on cellulose and can damage wooden structures?

Termite | Carpenter Bee | Ant | Beetle

Which habitat do subterranean termites require?

Moist soil contact with wood | Dry desert | Open ocean | High alpine

Which sign indicates termite activity in a structure?

Mud tubes, hollow-sounding wood, and frass | Large hoof prints | Shells on shore | Bird nests

Which prevention reduces termite risk?

Remove wood-soil contact and maintain dry conditions | paint wood | feed termites | ignore them

Which professional action is recommended for suspected infestation?

Contact a licensed pest control professional for inspection | use home remedies | burn wood | ignore signs

Quiz Answers

Termite. Termites feed on cellulose and can cause damage to wooden structures if colonies infest buildings.

Moist soil contact with wood. Subterranean termites require moist soil contact with wood to build mud tubes and access food.

Mud tubes, hollow-sounding wood, and frass. Mud tubes, hollow-sounding wood, and frass indicate termite activity.

Remove wood-soil contact and maintain dry conditions. Removing wood-soil contact and keeping structures dry reduces termite risk.

Contact a licensed pest control professional for inspection. Professional inspection and treatment are recommended for suspected termite infestations.

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