Termites vary in size depending on the species and their role within the colony, but generally, they range from about 1/8 inch (3 mm) to 1 inch (25 mm) in length.
- Most common termites encountered by homeowners, such as subterranean termites, typically measure between 1/8 inch and 3/8 inch (3 to 9 mm) long
- Drywood termites tend to be larger, ranging from about 3/8 inch up to 1 inch (9 to 25 mm) long
- Formosan termites, known for their aggressiveness, are usually between 1/8 inch and 1/2 inch (3 to 12 mm) long
- Worker and soldier termites are generally smaller, while king and queen termites can be larger, sometimes exceeding 1 inch (2.5 cm) in length, especially queens of some species like Macrotermes bellicosus , which can grow up to 4.5 to 6 inches (11 to 15 cm)
- Overall, most termites are small insects measuring between 4 and 15 millimeters (about 3/16 to 9/16 inches), but there are exceptions with some giant termite species and queens reaching much larger sizes
In summary, typical termite sizes range from very small (a few millimeters) up to about an inch long, with queens of some species being significantly larger.
