Termites are highly destructive pests, with over 2,800 identified species. The most common types include subterranean, drywood, and damp wood termites. Termites are known as "silent destroyers" because they feed on wood, causing extensive structural damage to homes and buildings. Often unnoticed until significant damage is done, they thrive in warm, moist environments. Subterranean termites are particularly notorious for their destructive behavior, building mud tubes to travel and access food sources. Drywood termites, on the other hand, infest hard, dry wood found in homes, such as structural timbers, furniture, and even picture frames. Unlike subterranean termites, drywood termites do not require contact with soil and extract moisture from the wood they ingest.