How do I tell the difference between termites and ants?

Termites and ants both have two sets of wings, but termite wings are equal in size. Ants have the recognizable body shape of an ant, with three distinguishable body segments. Termites have three segments as well, but they do not have the thin waist of the ant. Termites have straight, beaded antennae.

Termites vs. Ants
Carpenter ants (Camponotus) and termites (Isoptera) share several similarities, not the least because they are both notorious for causing wood damage in homes. Outside of wing size during reproduction, termites are roughly the same size as the many species of large ants that fall into the carpenter ant group; and like carpenter ants, termites burrow into wood, making them the enemy of your home's wood frame. And because both carpenter ants and termites swarm in the springtime to mate, they are often confused for one another by homeowners spotting the swarms.

Flying Ants vs Termites
Carpenter ants swarm when it's mating time. This means that you could see something resembling a flying ant. And that could be exactly what it is. Carpenter ants that are swarming do have wings and look similar to flying termites. But flying ants and flying termites have different body shapes, antennae and wings

Difference in Termite and Ant Infestation Signs
One of the biggest differences between carpenter ants and termites is the way they create tunnels and galleries. Carpenter ants create tunnels and galleries that are very neat, smooth and have a finished appearance. Termite galleries and tunnels will have a rough and even ragged feel that caked with mud. Often, you will see the mud tubes created by termites on the outer walls or foundation.

Termites are known as "silent destroyers" because of their ability to chew through wood, flooring, and even wallpaper undetected. Similar to termites, carpenter ant infestations often go unnoticed until it is too late. However, unlike termites, carpenter ants can take years to cause significant damage. Termites on the other hand can cause expensive repair and renovation to various fixtures and structures in the home. Hence, it is critical to get rid of termites before the infestation turns serious and destroy the home further.

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