Termites are insects that can be confused for flying ants from time to time. These wood-destroying pests take on a different appearance at different stages of their life.
The main physical characteristics of termites are as follows.
- Termites range in size from ¼ – ½”
- Depending on the caste, termites can be off white to brown.
- All termites have a head, thorax, and abdomen
- Termites have 6 legs and straight antennae
- Certain termites called swarmers possess wings