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[Image: termite cover graphic]Keeping Formosan Termites from Spreading after Hurricanes
Cleaning up wood debris after a hurricane or other severe windstorm can spread one of Louisiana’s most destructive pests – the Formosan subterranean termite.
Formosan Termites Swarming; Don’t Help Them Spread
It’s the time of the year when Formosan subterranean termites swarm and spread their colonies. Humans help termites travel great distances when they move infested railroad ties, utility poles, lumber, landscaping timbers, potted plants, shipping crates, pallets, mobile homes, paper and other cellulose products.
[Image: Image of report cover]The Sesquiterpenoid Nootkatone and the Absolute Configuration of a Dibromo Derivative
The 3-dimensional structure of tetrahydronootkatone and nootkatone was determined. A description of our methods and results are provided.
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[Image: Formosan Subterranean Termite Identification & Biology]Formosan Subterranean Termite Identification & Biology
One important key for successful management of a pest is to identify it. This publication can help you differentiate between ants and the dry-wood and subterranean termites that are pests in Louisiana. It also contains specific information on Formosan subterranean termites.
[Image: Formosan subterranean termite alate]Have you seen this insect?
Help discover locations where the Formosan subterranean termite is not known to exist.
[Image: photo of slab construction]How can I tell if I have Formosan termites in my house?
Learn how to inspect and treat your home for Formosan subterranean termites.
Efforts Under Way To Prevent Spread Of Formosan Subterranean Termites In Mulch From Louisiana Following Hurricanes Katrina And Rita
Efforts are under way to prevent the spread of Formosan subterranean termites in mulch from New Orleans and Louisiana following hurricanes Katrina and Rita. It is true that there is a lot of cellulose debris (wood, paper and their products) in Louisiana following these two hurricanes.
Quarantine On Wood, Cellulose Material After Hurricanes Katrina And Rita
The commissioner of agriculture in Louisiana imposed a quarantine for the Formosan subterranean termite on October 3, 2005, in Calcasieu, Cameron, Jefferson, Jefferson Davis, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington parishes. The Formosan subterranean termite is the most destructive insect in Louisiana.
[Image: Pier and beam constructed house]Pier & Beam Construction
Pier and beams construction can make temite tubes visible if good contruction techniques are followed
[Image: House foundation]Monolithic Slab Construction
Termites can not eat through solid concrete. In order to enter a structure they must come up around the outside edges or enter through some other opening in the slab. Traditional termite treatments require the application of a continuous chemical barrier to the soil around all possible entry points.
[Image: termites]Termites and Rebuilding
Information card on tackling termite problems when beginning a renovation project
[Image: termite inspection]Termite Inspection 101
Information card on places to look for Formosan subterranean termite Infestations
[Image: termites in trees]Termites in Trees
Information card on where to look for termites in trees
Comparison of Native and Formosan Subterranean Termites Biology, Ecology and Methods of Control
Formosan and subterranean termite biology, ecology and behavior are compared and contrasted.
[Image: bar graph of colony size difference between Formosan and native subterranean termites]Supertermites
Formosan subterranean termites are more aggressive and cause more damage than native subterranean termite species because of special biological attributes.
[Image: termite shelter tube orignating from ground]Detection Tips
Detecting termites in trees can be helped by a few tips on where to look.
[Image: Termite alates]Recognizing Types of Termites
Identifying to species, recognizing problems and having a sound knowledge of control techniques can help in solving a termite problem.
[Image: Formosan subterranean termite alate]Report Formosan Subterranean Termites
Report and send in samples of Formosan subterranean termites to help determine its range and help prevent its spread.
[Image: world Formosan subterranean termite distribution]Distribution of Formosan Subterranean Termites
Native subterranean termites are found throughout Louisiana and are a natural part of the environment in Louisiana. Formosan subterranean termites, native to East Asia, arrived in the United States after World War II and were established in New Orleans by 1966.
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