How Many Stages Are There In The Life Cycle Of A Termite?
Termites are not born into this world as adults, and instead go through a life cycle just like so many other things. Sadly, not many people know the life cycle of a termite, however, as it is not common knowledge. Fortunately, as the leading local experts on termites, Conquer Termites Northside can help make understanding that process easy. For all matters related to termites in Boondall, call our team on (07) 3356 8801.
Termites undergo an 'incomplete metamorphosis' over the course of three distinct stages. Life begins as an egg for termites, which can be white or light brown, and are translucent. The naked eye is capable of spotting these eggs, even though they are tiny. From these eggs hatch nymphs, and the young workers of the colony care for these infants. Finally, using pheromones, the queen is able to control how these nymphs develop, creating adults that may be workers, soldiers, or other castes. As part of their incomplete metamorphosis, there are three phases in the development of a termite.
Do Termites Eat Plasterboard?
When people think of the termites, they might picture sprawling nests hidden within their walls, feasting on the wooden supports buried within. Not many people know what else termites might eat, though, such as the plasterboard their walls are made of. The leading experts on all matters related to termites, Conquer Termites Northside, can help you understand what parts of your home are at risk of the pests. If you're experiencing issues with termites in Boondall, you can reach out to our team on (07) 3356 8801.
If a material is made of cellulose, then termites will happily eat it. Your internal walls are probably made of plasterboard, which, due to its cellulose content, can make for an attractive target to termites. There is cellulose in the paper that is wrapped around plaster panels to make drywall, which means that termites will happily eat their fill. The termite threat only increases if you allow the drywall to become moist, as that moisture is another resource coveted by the pest. If termites have started eating the drywall in your home, you may be able to identify them via small pinholes they leave behind in the plasterboard, but it's best if you organise a professional termite inspection instead. Due to their need to constantly consume cellulose, termites are constantly searching for a source of the substance, and will eat plasterboard if they can find it.
Can You Hear Termites Through The Walls?
While it might feel like there is nothing is more concerning than noise coming from what should have been a silent home, the possibility that that noise may be termites isn't much better. Fortunately, if you think you might be able to hear termites crawling around your home, then Conquer Termites Northside can help. You can reach out to our team on (07) 3356 8801 for any help you may need with termites in Boondall.
Termite activity results in a variety of noises coming out of your walls, though you might not be able to normally perceive them. You might be able to hear snapping, popping, and clicking coming out of your walls once termites have moved in. Snapping and popping sounds are emitted by wood fibres that are torn apart, though most human ears aren't able to hear these noises without assistance. You may also be able to hear the pests communicate via clicking, but these are extremely difficult noises to hear with just the human ear. You'll generally need to make use of the right equipment to hear either of these sounds during the day, however, as the noise pollution is generally too high. However, with the correct equipment, like a stethoscope, our team can listen for these sounds, and you might be able to hear them yourself once night falls. Even though termites are typically incredibly quiet, it is possible to hear the noise their colonies make.
