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City of Fort Lauderdale Florida - Invasive Termites Continue To Spread in Fort Lauderdale 23 February 2024 ( news )
City of Fort Lauderdale , state Florida ( By Press Release office)
Feb 23,2024
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Since the early 2000s , a problematic invasive termite species has been spreading through South Florida . The Asian subterranean termite ( Coptotermes gestroi ) , a known structural pest , also infests live trees . Proactively protecting structures and the urban tree canopy against this termite species is essential to prevent damage to homes and minimize the loss of important trees within communities .
Inspecting Your Trees
One important approach to prevent such damage is to regularly inspect trees surrounding your house for signs of termite activity . Signs such as “mud tubes” or “carton nests” are tell - tale signs of subterranean termite activity . See images below .
If you suspect an active termite infestation , contact a pest control provider for solutions to protect surrounding structures and trees .
Signs of Active Termite Infestation in Trees
Annually around March , subterranean termite colonies produce a large number of winged termites that are looking for a place to establish a new colony . If they enter a home , they dry out and die and are not a direct problem . However , seeing winged termites is a sign that there are established colonies nearby .
Learn More
Find out more about subterranean termites in your area at
flrec . ifas . ufl . edu/termites - in - florida
.
Questions? Contact
sustainability@fortlauderdale . gov
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