Desert Termites
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- Date of Publication
- December 7, 2021
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Overview
The desert termite is one of the most common species in western Texas. Desert termites do not damage structures and rarely harm rangeland, crops, or turfgrass. This publication describes the biology of desert termites, explains how to distinguish them from ants and other termite species, and gives tips for managing them.
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