Reticulitermes lucifugus Rossi, and its damages in Turkey

IRG/WP 1152

O A Sekendiz

The moist-wood termite, Reticulitermes lucifugus Rossi, is generally observed on the wood material which has a direct contact with the soil as trunks and fence stakes. It was reported to be found in some provinces in Turkey. The termite has been seen in these areas so far at the endemic level, but any considerable damage or epidemy has not yet been reported. Considerable damages were observed on the fibreboard stored under unsuitable conditions at Artvin fibreboard factory during the depression period of building sector in the years of 1980-1981.


Keywords: TERMITES; RETICULITERMES LUCIFUGUS; TURKEY; FIBREBOARDS; BHC; COPPER/BORON; EPIDEMIC DAMAGES; STORAGE PLACES

Conference: 82-05-24/28 Çesme, Turkey


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