New Moby Dick-Like Termite Species Discovered (UF/IFAS)
An international research team led by UF entomologist Rudolf Scheffrahn discovered a new South American termite species, Cryptotermes mobydicki, named for its whale-like elongated head and hidden mandibles.
UF/IFAS Scientists Confirm Hybrid Termites Established in Florida
UF researchers have confirmed that two of the world’s most destructive termite species are hybridizing in South Florida, raising concerns about faster spread and greater damage.