Difference Between Termite Swarmer and Flying Ant
Termites that are most often seen by the general public are the winged reproductive adult termite also known as swarmers, alate, and flying termites. These termites have dark bodies about 3/8-inch in length. They are equipped with two pairs of gauzy wings identical in size and shape that extends beyond the body to twice its length. The antennae resemble a string of little beads.
Ants also have colonies that release winged reproductive,and because they swarm at the same time, (usually from March to July) flying ants are often mistaken for termites. Ant swarmers, like termite swarmers are dark in color. An example is the northeastern carpenter ant which is typically dark brown to black. Both species have wings that extend beyond its body. With both being similar in size and color and the fact they swarm at the same time, its easy to see why some mistake one for the other. Telling the difference between the two is very important for the purpose of an effective treatment.
Termite Swarmer vs Flying Ant
The termite has wings of equal size and cloudy. Ant hind-wings smaller than fore-wings
Many fine conspicuous veins through out wings Very few dark conspicuous veins in wings
Broad Waist Constricted, slender Waist
Straight Antenna resembles string of beads Elbowed Antenna
Inspection
If you suspect you have either one of these insects, or both contact a pest control company licensed in wood destroying insect extermination. Over the counter products cannot and will not get rid of these pest. A pest control professional (PCP) will conduct an inspection of your property to locate the nest(s), assess any damage, determine the extent of the infestation, ascertain conditions conducive for infestation and prescribe the proper treatment.
Labels: alate, ants, carpenter ants, flying ants, inspections, pest control, reproductive, termite infestation, termite swarmer, treatment professional, wings
posted by EM Pest Control @ May 06, 2016
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