Invasive insects are on the move across the U.S. In this video, we'll walk through the property threats posed by Formosan termites, which often travel long distances by means of international shipping and travel. | PestWorld

Formosan subterranean termite queens like this one @accb_cambodia have a lifespan of around 15 years and are capable of producing up to 2,000 eggs per day. As a result, a single colony of this termite species may contain several million individuals, versus a colony size of several hundred thousand termites typical of other termite species. This termite was first described in Taiwan in the early 1900s, but is believed to have originated in southern China. Today, it is one of the most widespread t

9.4K views · 148 reactions | This is the time of year when you can expect to begin seeing swarms of Formosan subterranean termites. LSU AgCenter horticulture agent Chris Dunaway demonstrates how to inspect your trees for termites. | LSU AgCenter | Facebook