Florida named most termite-infested state as invasive species worsen conditions, says University of Florida study.

Termite kings may have lost their sperm tails, but they gained a family. This story was originally featured on Nautilus.

ORLANDO, Fla. – A new study this week by pest-control company Terminix has revealed the most termite-infested states in the ...

Termites became social powerhouses by stripping away genes tied to competition and independence. This genetic shedding locked in monogamy, boosted cooperation, and paved the way for their ...

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A timber deck adds value and lifestyle appeal to any Australian home, but without proper protection, it can become a costly problem. Termites and rot are two of the biggest threats to timber decking, ...

A new study from the University of Florida shows that two destructive termites are spreading much farther throughout the state than experts initially predicted.

Across Florida, winged clouds of termites are rising from lawns, seawalls and tree canopies, and scientists say the insects ...

Arizona homeowners encounter termites more often than many people realize. Even if everything looks fine, termites can damage hidden wood, leading to costly repairs. The good news is that termite ...

Formosan and Asian termites are almost entirely restricted to tropical climates, but the invasive insects have consistently arrived to newly habitable regions due to warming temperatures caused by ...

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Adapted from Underbug: An Obsessive Tale of Termites and Technology, by Lisa Margonelli, by arrangement with Scientific American/Farrar, Straus and Giroux (US ...