Pest Library

• ANTS
• BITING INSECTS
• COCKROACHES
• CRICKETS
• FABRIC PEST
• FLIES
• OCCASIONAL INVADERS
• PANTRY PEST
• RODENTS
• SPIDERS
• STINGING INSECTS
• WOOD DESTROYING INSECTS

Flying Ants vs. Termite Swarmers

Know the Difference

Flying ants and termites are often mistaken for each other. While similar in size, they have several notable differences:

Flying Ant

• Pinched waist
• Long legs
• Elbowed antennae
• Two pairs of wings, rear wings smaller than front
• Wings have few well-defined veins

Swarming Termite

• Broad waist
• Short legs
• Straight antennae
• Two pairs of wings the same size and shape
• More and finer veins in wings create a lace-like appearance