Abstract:
The investigation of termite species and harmfulness in Xiamen Garden Expo Garden showed that the main termite species were
Coptotermes formosanus,
Reticulitermes flaviceps,
Odontotermes formosanus and
Macrotermes barneyi, among them,
Coptotermes formosanus and Reticulitermes flaviceps were the dominant harmful species of pseudo-classic architectures, park essays and precious tree species,
Odontotermes formosanus and
Macrotermes barneyi were the dominant harmful species of garden plants and roadside trees, Termites had preferences for tree species, among which camphor, willow and flame trees are the main harmful species, with a damage rate of more than 30%. According to the characteristics of termite hazards, comprehensive control measures were put forward including classified measures, patrolling and controlling, trapping and killing, and overall control.