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| 1. Subterranean
termites would not be expected to create significant
damage in a few months time, but rather over an
extended period of time if left untreated. Individual
termites randomly visit the various feeding sites
established by the colony, rather than returning
to the same location day after day. back
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Yes, termites actually
eat wood. Using bacteria, protozoa and microbes
that live inside their stomachs, they are able to
digest cellulose, the main constituent of wood.
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| 3.
Such mud tunnels are
an indication of subterranean termite activity.
Because the tube was rebuilt after being broken,
the termites are active. back
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| 4. Fire
ants can be difficult to eliminate totally because
they can re-invade from neighboring properties.
Individual fire ant mounds should be treated using
a fire ant bait or a residual contact product labeled
for fire ants. The yard can then be treated with
fire ant bait to help control unseen mounds and
colonies foraging from neighboring properties. Regular
fire ant services are necessary to keep ants to
a minimum. back
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| 5.
Colonies of ants and
termites both produce winged reproductives that
fly out to start new colonies. Carpenter ant swarmers
are quite large – about 3/4-inch in length.
Termites and other ant species are usually 1/2-inch
in length or larger. The key way to distinguish
winged ants and winged termites is by examining
the wings. Termite swarmers have wings that are
all the same size. If the hind wings are much smaller
than the front wings, you have ants. back
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| 6.
It is important to
identify the ant involved before trying to control
it. Some ant species can be controlled using ant
baits, while others cannot. The key to success is
following the ants back to their colony and treating
the colony directly (except when dealing with pharaoh
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| 7. There
has not or has there ever been a toxicant that would
cause rodents to go outside or prevent decaying
odor should they die inside. Traps are still the
safest way to avoid odor problems when dealing with
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Place a small pile of sunflower
seeds (raw unsalted) in an area frequented by mice.
If there are no scattered seeds within a couple
of days.. Mission accomplished! back
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| 9.
I wouldn't worry about
the decomposing rat. The urine and feces are the
biggest concern. Anytime you clean an area that
has rodent droppings and or urine, use gloves and
a mask to filter any dust. back
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