Scientific name Rhinotermitidae Higher classification Termite | Nanorder Neoisoptera Rank Family | |
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Lower classifications Reticulitermes, Eastern subterranean termite, Reticulitermes malletei, Reticulitermes clypeatus, Coptotermes | ||
Rhinotermitidae is a family of termites (Isoptera). They feed on wood and can cause extensive damage to buildings or other wooden structures. About 345 species are recognized, among these are severe pests such as Coptotermes formosanus, Coptotermes gestroi, and Reticulitermes flavipes.
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