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Desert Termite OR Subterranean Termite...need ID please. - Gnathamitermes
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Desert Termite OR Subterranean Termite...need ID please. - Gnathamitermes
Apple Valley, San Bernardino County, California, USA
August 10, 2014
Size: 1/8"
I am trying to find out what I have here...Subterranean Termites or Desert (Gnathamitermes Tubiformans)? Obviously as a homeowner I am panicking...I have tried to research, but need help. I read one is less likely to invade and damage our home. Thank you so much for your help here!

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Desert Termite OR Subterranean Termite...need ID please. - Gnathamitermes Desert Termite OR Subterranean Termite...need ID please. - Gnathamitermes
Contributed by Michelle McCullough on 6 September, 2014 - 1:48pm
Last updated 3 February, 2019 - 8:21pm

Moved
Moved from Epifamily Termitoidae - Termites.
… Zhao J, 3 February, 2019 - 8:21pm

Moved for expert attention
Moved from ID Request.

There's always hope, but we don't seem to get a lot of these identified to species. If you're concerned, you may want to contact your local Extension Office for advice and guidance.
… Ken Wolgemuth, 6 September, 2014 - 7:29pm

 
Termite Troubles :)
Ken,
Thank you so much for checking into this...I truly appreciate it. Thank you for the link to the Extension Office, I never even knew about them.
… Michelle McCullough, 8 September, 2014 - 11:10am

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