Flying Ants or Flying Termites? How to Tell The Difference

Do you have ants or termites with wings at your house? These are difficult to distinguish, but you really don't want any of them around you. We can help, as best exterminator of ants and termites. Here are simple differences between the two, and we are here to help you understand them today. Here we go!

Termite Swarmers vs. Ant Swarmers: The Differences

Both termites and ant swarmers look similar because they are the winged reproducing members of their colonies, but they have a few differences for identification. The differences aid in identifying the type of pest one is dealing with.

1. Appearance Differences

Termite antennae are straight while their bodies lack the hourglass waist of the ant. In comparison, ants have antennae that are bent, and a slim waist that tapers to a point.

Both can appear similar in certain respects. They are tiny (typically less than 3/8 inch long), soft-bodied and six-legged. It also has two feelers and can be black or brown.

2. Behavior Differences

Flying ants and termite swarmers can also be distinguished by how they act. It’s great to have such basic, simple, useful advice that can help you to keep away these nuisance pests that can really ruin a good get together! Thanks so much.

Termite swarmers on the other hand are more active at night and are drawn to light. When they finally settle on a place to form a new colony, they lose their wings.

3. Diet Differences

Ants consume many different foods, none of which is wood. Termites, on the other hand, eat cellulose, a nutrient-rich substance that originates mainly from products of plants. This can also involve the consumption of wood, paper or other cellulose based materials.

4. Damage Differences

Theis are far more harmful than flying ants. Either can harm your building. Termites commonly eat wood and can cause expensive structural damage. When you begin to notice damaged wood or wood that sounds hollow, the responsible culprits can be termites.

Keeping Your Home Safe

If you suspect ants or termites, it’s urgent to act. Either one can spread rapidly and cause damage to your home.

The ideal solution is to phone a pest control professional. They’ll diagnose the issue and recommend the appropriate treatment, whether it’s baiting, trapping or applying insecticides.

Termites vs. Ants: Which is Worse?

Termites are more destructive than ants. You don’t want them in your house. Look for signals and respond swiftly if you think they’re there.

Termites aren’t picky. They’ll eat anything that contains cellulose yes, including the wood in your home. The worst part? They can toil away for years without anybody noticing.

In fact, termites cause more property damage each year than fires and floods and storms combined.

That’s why it’s crucial to recognize the warning signs early. Search for hollow wood, shed wings and mud tubes. If you suspect that termites have found their way into your home, call a pest control professional immediately. The longer you wait, the more harm they can do.

Hassle-Free And and Termite Control Solutions for Your Home

If you see either flying ants or termites, do you know that it’s about to be a big problem? Be careful. They can damage your house. You can get to know these dangerous pests and protect your home from costly thousand-dollar repairs.

Alpha Termite Treatment Maylands offers all pest control services in Maylands and surroundings. Feel free to contact us at (08) 6186 7439 or visit our website:

https://alphatermitetreatment.com.au/