Termites, the word alone strikes fear into most home owners.

Destruction caused by these little guys is quite amazing mostly because it’s done silently and usually hidden to the naked eye. Simply scratching to surface however exposes their work. It really can be devastating and costly.

No doubt they are destructive but after a recent visit from my pest controller, my view of them changed completely. Pest Control man is quite an unusual bloke. On the one hand, he is employed to make sure termites aren’t infesting my home and he will kill them if found. However, when you speak to him about termites, it is pretty clear he has great respect for them. I learnt quite a few things that day and I’ve changed my view. That doesn’t mean that they can roam free in my home. On the contrary, any termite found in my home will be dealt with but I do have much respect.

A man who has great respect for nature, David Attenborough shows us just how creative termites can be.

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