Welcome to the CAL Termite Webpage. This webpage contains the latest information on the biology and control of termites. Although the information contained in this webpage pertains mostly to termites and the damage they cause in California, there is much useful information for other areas of the country as well.

To help guide the first time user, the "Frequently Asked QuestionsAbout Termites," is a good place to start for basic information about termites and the different sections of the webpage. If you have the free QUICKTIME PLUG-IN, the "A Termite Movie" provides nice color footage and valuable information about subterranean termites and the damage they can cause in homes.

For the adventurous reader, the "Research Papers" section provides six papers that explain in detail, the latest scientific information on termite detection techniques as well as chemical and nonchemical methods of control.

Important links to other sources of termite information are also provided.

Good luck and have fun as you browse the information contained here in the CAL Termite Webpage.

Drywood Termites (Incisitermes minor)