Drywood termites, pests commonly found in tropical regions, appear in Seoul
Social affairsMay 21, 2023
Drywood termites are known to live in tropical or subtropical regions and are highly destructive, as they dig tunnels inside wooden structures. Similar types of termites that feed on wet wood were are known to live in Korea, but the new breed, known as Kalotermitidae Cryptotermes, eats dry wood as well. These pests feed on cellulose, a common organic compound found in plant materials like cotto...