Termites can infest your home very rapidly but Broken Arrow exterminator can stop them before it is too late. Termite cause billions of dollars in structural damage each year. They hide in walls and wood, which is why early detection is very challenging. Often, it is too late when we discover them, and the damage is done already. Understanding the lifecycle, including the pupa stage, of termites and how they manage their colony is crucial in controlling them. So in this article, let’s learn about termite pupa and what you and your Broken Arrow exterminator can do to stop them.
Termite pupa and their development
The termite queen is responsible for laying eggs herself. After she lays eggs they hatch into larvae after a few weeks. In the larval stage, they go through several molts and become a pupa. Although they do not have a proper pupa stage like butterflies or beetles they molt in this stage to become an adult. This transformation without a pupal stage is known as incomplete metamorphosis.
After the pupa stage, they become adult termites and participate in the colony’s development. Some become soldiers and some become workers according to their situation. Soldiers termites are responsible for protecting the colony while worker termites forage for food and take care of the other termites. Winged termites can reproduce. They leave the colony to establish new nests during the swarming season. The pupa stage is important for the colony expansion. Healthy pupa ensures a steady supply of workers and soldiers. In the pupa stage, the worker termite provides them with the necessary nutrients by feeding them.
Termite removal and Broken Arrow exterminator
Termite pupa are often hidden within wood making it difficult to detect them. In this case, targeted treatments are necessary. Effective termite control includes targeting termites at all levels. Termites are hard to detect and get rid of because they feed on our wood structure silently. To effectively remove them you need help from Broken Arrow exterminator as they will come and do a thorough inspection of the infested area. Chemical treatments to remove termites include applying liquid termicide around the foundation of your home. This creates a barrier around your home and they cannot get in or out. Foam termicide is also used in hard-to-reach areas. Foams expand to fill spaces killing termites.
For nonchemical methods, heat treatments are popular. In this method, the temperature is raised to a level that is deadly to termites including termite pupa effectively killing the entire colony. Regular follow-ups by Broken Arrow exterminator is essential to ensure that they do not come back. Check out our reviews!
If you’re having trouble with termites, or any other pests, then it’s time to call a Broken Arrow exterminator who can help you. Here at TermMax Pest Control, we are the best in the business when it comes to dealing with termites, or any other pests. We service the greater Tulsa area, including Broken Arrow, Coweta, Claremore, Catoosa, Owasso, Turley, Bixby, Jenks, Sand Springs, Sapulpa, Prattville, and so much more. Call today for a free estimate. We’re here to
