Asian Subterranean Termite
Coptotermes gestroi
Asian subterranean termites inhabit humid soil, buried timber, and concealed tunnels in warm regions. They feed on wood and other cellulose-rich plant matter, often travelling through sheltered mud-lined galleries. Adults and mature colony members use strong mandibles to handle food and excavate passages. This invasive termite is capable of causing severe damage to wooden structures while remaining largely hidden underground.
- Type
- Burrow
- Conservation status
- NE
Growth chain
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- Asian Subterranean Termite
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- Asian Subterranean Termite Alate