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	==Habitat==		==Habitat==
	[[File:TermiteMapRevisedPNNL.jpeg\|200px\|thumb\|right\|Figure 2: Termite infestation probability map of the continental United States [14]]]		[[File:TermiteMapRevisedPNNL.jpeg\|200px\|thumb\|right\|Figure 2: Termite infestation probability map of the continental United States [14]]]
	Termites are found all over the world, with species existing in every continent except Antarctica. [1] Termites do best in warm climates, so they are most often found in the tropics. [2] Subterranean termites are found underground, as they must maintain contact with [[soil]] to get moisture. Because of this, subterranean termites may be more destructive if they are found in a home. This is due to reproducing in large amounts underground, allowing for them to go undetected as damage is ~~occuring~~. Drywood termites and dampwood termites are both found above ground. Drywood termites can be found in wood that is either living or decayed since they do not require a moisture source. Dampwood termites do not need contact with soil, but they do require a moisture source. Because of this, they are found in decayed wood that has consistent access to water. [3]		Termites are found all over the world, with species existing in every continent except Antarctica. [1] Termites do best in warm climates, so they are most often found in the tropics. [2] Subterranean termites are found underground, as they must maintain contact with [[soil]] to get moisture. Because of this, subterranean termites may be more destructive if they are found in a home. This is due to reproducing in large amounts underground, allowing for them to go undetected as damage is occurring. Drywood termites and dampwood termites are both found above ground. Drywood termites can be found in wood that is either living or decayed since they do not require a moisture source. Dampwood termites do not need contact with soil, but they do require a moisture source. Because of this, they are found in decayed wood that has consistent access to water. [3]

	==Diet and Feeding Habits==		==Diet and Feeding Habits==

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	[[File:TermiteMapRevisedPNNL.jpeg\|200px\|thumb\|right\|Figure 2: Termite infestation probability map of the continental United States [14]]]		[[File:TermiteMapRevisedPNNL.jpeg\|200px\|thumb\|right\|Figure 2: Termite infestation probability map of the continental United States [14]]]
	Termites are found all over the world, with species existing in every continent except Antarctica. [1] Termites do best in warm climates, so they are most often found in the tropics. [2] Subterranean termites are found underground, as they must maintain contact with [[soil]] to get moisture. Drywood termites and dampwood termites are both found above ground. Drywood termites can be found in wood that is either living or decayed since they do not require a moisture source. Dampwood termites do not need contact with soil, but they do require a moisture source. Because of this, they are found in decayed wood that has consistent access to water. [3]		Termites are found all over the world, with species existing in every continent except Antarctica. [1] Termites do best in warm climates, so they are most often found in the tropics. [2] Subterranean termites are found underground, as they must maintain contact with [[soil]] to get moisture. Because of this, subterranean termites may be more destructive if they are found in a home. This is due to reproducing in large amounts underground, allowing for them to go undetected as damage is occuring. Drywood termites and dampwood termites are both found above ground. Drywood termites can be found in wood that is either living or decayed since they do not require a moisture source. Dampwood termites do not need contact with soil, but they do require a moisture source. Because of this, they are found in decayed wood that has consistent access to water. [3]

	==Diet and Feeding Habits==		==Diet and Feeding Habits==

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	==Diet and Feeding Habits==		==Diet and Feeding Habits==
	Termites feed mainly on cellulose, the main component of wood. [9] Termites will also consume plant litter and soil [[humus]]. They will eat almost all cellulose material, including carpet, insulation, cardboard, etc. In order to digest their food, termites have bacteria and [[protozoa]] in their stomachs that produce enzymes to help break down cellulose. [2] Only workers feed directly; reproductives and soldiers must be fed by workers since they do not have these enzymes. The process of transferring food from workers to the rest of the colony happens mostly through the mouth, with workers regurgitating cellulose into the mouths of other termites. [10]		Termites feed mainly on cellulose, the main component of wood. [9] Termites will also consume plant litter and soil [[humus]]. They will eat almost all cellulose material, including carpet, insulation, cardboard, etc. [18] In order to digest their food, termites have bacteria and [[protozoa]] in their stomachs that produce enzymes to help break down cellulose. [2] Only workers feed directly; reproductives and soldiers must be fed by workers since they do not have these enzymes. The process of transferring food from workers to the rest of the colony happens mostly through the mouth, with workers regurgitating cellulose into the mouths of other termites. [10]

	==Colony Roles==		==Colony Roles==

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	[17] Moore Law Firm. “Termite Lawyer, Termite Lawsuit In Mobile, AL.” Moore Law Firm, 22 May 2020, www.moorelawfirm-al.com/termite-lawyer/.		[17] Moore Law Firm. “Termite Lawyer, Termite Lawsuit In Mobile, AL.” Moore Law Firm, 22 May 2020, www.moorelawfirm-al.com/termite-lawyer/.

			[18] Orkin. “What do Termites Eat - Termite Diet and Feeding Habits.” Orkin Termite Treatment, Pest Control & Exterminator Service, Orkin, 23 Mar. 2022, www.orkin.com/pests/termites/what-do-termites-eat.

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	==Diet and Feeding Habits==		==Diet and Feeding Habits==
	Termites feed mainly on cellulose, the main component of wood. Termites will also consume plant litter and [[humus]]. ~~[9]~~ In order to digest their food, termites have bacteria and [[protozoa]] in their stomachs that produce enzymes to help break down cellulose. [2] Only workers feed directly; reproductives and soldiers must be fed by workers since they do not have these enzymes. The process of transferring food from workers to the rest of the colony happens mostly through the mouth, with workers regurgitating cellulose into the mouths of other termites. [10]		Termites feed mainly on cellulose, the main component of wood. [9] Termites will also consume plant litter and soil [[humus]]. They will eat almost all cellulose material, including carpet, insulation, cardboard, etc. In order to digest their food, termites have bacteria and [[protozoa]] in their stomachs that produce enzymes to help break down cellulose. [2] Only workers feed directly; reproductives and soldiers must be fed by workers since they do not have these enzymes. The process of transferring food from workers to the rest of the colony happens mostly through the mouth, with workers regurgitating cellulose into the mouths of other termites. [10]

	==Colony Roles==		==Colony Roles==

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	==Diet and Feeding Habits==		==Diet and Feeding Habits==
	Termites feed mainly on cellulose, the main component of wood~~, Plant material containing cellulose is~~ also ~~consumed~~. [9] In order to digest their food, termites have bacteria and [[protozoa]] in their stomachs that produce enzymes to help break down cellulose. [2] Only workers feed directly; reproductives and soldiers must be fed by workers since they do not have these enzymes. The process of transferring food from workers to the rest of the colony happens mostly through the mouth, with workers regurgitating cellulose into the mouths of other termites. [10]		Termites feed mainly on cellulose, the main component of wood. Termites will also consume plant litter and [[humus]]. [9] In order to digest their food, termites have bacteria and [[protozoa]] in their stomachs that produce enzymes to help break down cellulose. [2] Only workers feed directly; reproductives and soldiers must be fed by workers since they do not have these enzymes. The process of transferring food from workers to the rest of the colony happens mostly through the mouth, with workers regurgitating cellulose into the mouths of other termites. [10]

	==Colony Roles==		==Colony Roles==

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	[[File:TermiteMapRevisedPNNL.jpeg\|200px\|thumb\|right\|Figure 2: Termite infestation probability map of the continental United States [14]]]		[[File:TermiteMapRevisedPNNL.jpeg\|200px\|thumb\|right\|Figure 2: Termite infestation probability map of the continental United States [14]]]
	Termites are found all over the world, with species existing in every continent except Antarctica. [1] Termites do best in warm climates, so they are most often found in the tropics. [2] Subterranean termites are found underground, as they must maintain contact with [[soil]] to get moisture. Drywood termites and dampwood termites are both found ~~aboveground~~. Drywood termites can be found in wood that is either living or decayed since they do not require a moisture source. Dampwood termites do not need contact with soil, but they do require a moisture source. Because of this, they are found in decayed wood that has consistent access to water. [3]		Termites are found all over the world, with species existing in every continent except Antarctica. [1] Termites do best in warm climates, so they are most often found in the tropics. [2] Subterranean termites are found underground, as they must maintain contact with [[soil]] to get moisture. Drywood termites and dampwood termites are both found above ground. Drywood termites can be found in wood that is either living or decayed since they do not require a moisture source. Dampwood termites do not need contact with soil, but they do require a moisture source. Because of this, they are found in decayed wood that has consistent access to water. [3]

	==Diet and Feeding Habits==		==Diet and Feeding Habits==

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	[12] Dehan, Andrew. “Termite Damage: How to Identify and Repair It.” Rocket Homes, Rocket Homes, 2 Mar. 2022, www.rockethomes.com/blog/homeowner-tips/termite-damage.		[12] Dehan, Andrew. “Termite Damage: How to Identify and Repair It.” Rocket Homes, Rocket Homes, 2 Mar. 2022, www.rockethomes.com/blog/homeowner-tips/termite-damage.

	[13]		[13] Carter, Gareth. “Image Taken during Fieldwork to Pilbara Region in WA.” Australian Museum, 12 Aug. 2020, australian.museum/learn/animals/insects/termites/.

	[14]		[14] EERE. “Ermite Infestation Probability Map, Adapted from the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), Figure R301.2(7).” Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, U.S. Department of Energy, 2 Sept. 2021, basc.pnnl.gov/images/termite-infestation-probability-map-adapted-2021-international-residential-code-irc-figure.

	[15] Payne Pest Management. “Flying Termites FAQ's.” Payne Pest Management, 31 Aug. 2021, paynepestmgmt.com/flying-termites-faqs/.		[15] Payne Pest Management. “Flying Termites FAQ's.” Payne Pest Management, 31 Aug. 2021, paynepestmgmt.com/flying-termites-faqs/.