NEVADA C3 EXAM | STUDY GUIDE,
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, Subterranean Termite Life cycle Primarily seen in Spring and Fall. The Primary Reproductives emerge from holes in the
soil and the Alates have a short flight then lose their wings. After wing loss males and
females pair and establish a new colony. Colony growth is slow. THE FIFTH INSTAR IS
THE LONGEST, IT CAN LAST UP TO 2 YEARS. It can take 3-4 years before swarms of
Alates are present and is aided by Supplementary reproductives which lay eggs and add
to colony growth. A Colony can range from 5000-500000 each ruled by a Queen and
King. The Queen lives longer than the a worker which lives 3-5 years.
Subterranean Termite Habitat Lives in chambers and tunnels in the soil. Soil acts as a barrier against surface
temperatures as well as a moisture reservoir. IN RARE INSTANCES THEY'LL LIVE
WITHOUT SOIL if food, water and temperature are right. The depth of may vary in
response to soil temp and moisture.
Shelter tubes Aka mud tubes. Fills the gap between soil and the structure made from sand and soil, or
particles of wood or both. Particles are coated with a glue like substance that is secreted.
Fecal matter is used as cement. THE MINOR FUNCTION IS TO PROTECT AGAINST AIR
MOVEMENT AND THE MAJOR FUNCTION IS TO PROTECT AGAINST NATURAL
ENEMIES, primarily ants. Not built for light protection as Termite will perform normally if
protected from light.
Types of shelter tubes Utility or working tubes,
Exploratory Tubes or Migratory Tubes,Suspension or drop Tubes, Swarming tubes
Utility or working tubes Reach from the ground to the wood where they're feeding. Wide and flattened, used by
termites to return to their nest to replenish body moisture.
Exploratory Tubes or Migratory Tubes Not as strong as utility tubes but similar also has a small exit hole. Used when seeking
new food source.
Suspension or drop tubes Built from structural wooden member downward to the soil. Lighter in color than any
other shelter tube because they contain more wood fiber. Type of utility tube.
Swarming tube Built at swarming time to provide exit for Alates. May exist 4-8'' above ground. In homes
they're near warm places
PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND DETAILED
ANSWERS | GRADED A+ |
GUARANTEED SUCCESS
Updated 2026 Questions and Answers | 100% Verified
Exam Prep
, Subterranean Termite Life cycle Primarily seen in Spring and Fall. The Primary Reproductives emerge from holes in the
soil and the Alates have a short flight then lose their wings. After wing loss males and
females pair and establish a new colony. Colony growth is slow. THE FIFTH INSTAR IS
THE LONGEST, IT CAN LAST UP TO 2 YEARS. It can take 3-4 years before swarms of
Alates are present and is aided by Supplementary reproductives which lay eggs and add
to colony growth. A Colony can range from 5000-500000 each ruled by a Queen and
King. The Queen lives longer than the a worker which lives 3-5 years.
Subterranean Termite Habitat Lives in chambers and tunnels in the soil. Soil acts as a barrier against surface
temperatures as well as a moisture reservoir. IN RARE INSTANCES THEY'LL LIVE
WITHOUT SOIL if food, water and temperature are right. The depth of may vary in
response to soil temp and moisture.
Shelter tubes Aka mud tubes. Fills the gap between soil and the structure made from sand and soil, or
particles of wood or both. Particles are coated with a glue like substance that is secreted.
Fecal matter is used as cement. THE MINOR FUNCTION IS TO PROTECT AGAINST AIR
MOVEMENT AND THE MAJOR FUNCTION IS TO PROTECT AGAINST NATURAL
ENEMIES, primarily ants. Not built for light protection as Termite will perform normally if
protected from light.
Types of shelter tubes Utility or working tubes,
Exploratory Tubes or Migratory Tubes,Suspension or drop Tubes, Swarming tubes
Utility or working tubes Reach from the ground to the wood where they're feeding. Wide and flattened, used by
termites to return to their nest to replenish body moisture.
Exploratory Tubes or Migratory Tubes Not as strong as utility tubes but similar also has a small exit hole. Used when seeking
new food source.
Suspension or drop tubes Built from structural wooden member downward to the soil. Lighter in color than any
other shelter tube because they contain more wood fiber. Type of utility tube.
Swarming tube Built at swarming time to provide exit for Alates. May exist 4-8'' above ground. In homes
they're near warm places
