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What do Termite Droppings Look Like?
What do Termite Droppings Look Like?. Termite droppings, along with sawdust and mud tubes, are signs that cellulose-chomping insects have invaded the area. Knowing what to look for can help you defend your home and get rid of these destructive pests.
Termite droppings, along with sawdust and mud tubes, are signs that cellulose-chomping insects have invaded the area. Knowing what to look for can help you defend your home and get rid of these destructive pests.
Color
Termite droppings, called frass, can be white or black, according to Orkin Pest Control. The droppings are similar in color to the wood residue that the insects spill as they eat. Subterranean termite droppings are soft and used in constructing nests, whereas drywood termite droppings are hard and look like piles of sawdust, according to Extension.org.
Location
Frass and the accompanying sawdust are generally found in basements, tunnels and bathrooms. The insects are attracted to the damp wood found in these areas. Drywood termites often attack floors and ceilings. Termites, which feed on cellulose found in dead wood and wood by-products, need moisture to survive, according to the Ohio State University Extension.
Other Signs
Besides droppings, mud tubes and mud coming from between boards or beams are signs of a termite infestation, according to Extension.org. These mud tubes are a passageway for the insects between the outside soil and wood.
