Why Do Flying Termites Suddenly Appear? The Science Behind Swarm Season

Why Do Flying Termites Suddenly Appear? The Science Behind Swarm Season

Every spring, homeowners across temperate climates brace for an unsettling sight: swarms of winged insects darting through air shafts, pooling on windowsills, or crashing into light fixtures. These are flying termites—alates, in entomological terms—and their sudden appearance is never random. It’s a biological imperative, a high-stakes moment in the colony’s survival strategy. Unlike their subterranean … Read more