DIFFRENTIATE ANTS AND TERMITES SWARMERS

 

I had a swarm of thousands on my patio last night.  Do I have ants or termites ?

It is often difficult to determine the difference between termites and ants.

To tell the difference between a winged reproductive termite and a swarming ant, look at the  antennae, waist size, wing structure and size.

1) Ants  have elbowed antennae with a near 90 degree angle bend while. Termite antennae are almost straight.

2) Ants have supermodel-thin waists while Termites sport a much broader girth.

3) Ant wings have few veins and Termite wings bristle with many small veins.

4) Ant wings do not break off easily. Termite wings break off easily, with just a touch.

5) Termites have four wings that are all equal in length. Ants have four wings, however, two are larger and two are smaller


If you confirm it was termite then you might considered some form of termites extermination or control program to protect your property.