Formosan termites (Coptotermes formosanus) are among two invasive termite species that are interbreeding in South Florida.Scott Bauer / USDA. Two invasive termite species are chewing their way ...

The young of a mysterious blowfly species look — and smell — like the termites they hide among. Skip to content. Subscribe or renew today Every print subscription comes with full digital access.

"Unfortunately, termite colonies are very cryptic and trying to find hybrid colonies in the field is like looking for a needle in a haystack," said Chouvenc.