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does a red shield affect termites like ants?

Started By cooIboyJ , Jul 29 2024 10:10 AM

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#1 Offline cooIboyJ - Posted July 29 2024 - 10:10 AM

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I've been reading stuff on the termite section and have been getting into termites and before i go and try to catch any termites i want to know if a red shield will make the termites think they are in the dark, that way i will be able to observe them more.

“You’ll survive” -wise man.
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Brachymyrmex patagonicus

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Crematogaster sp.

#2 Offline mbullock42086 - Posted July 29 2024 - 4:50 PM

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Cockroaches with better eyesight can see it, but i don't think anything with simple retinas can detect it.

I've noted red runners notice the light a bit, others have reported roaches obviously reacting to it but it's subtle.

I think it'll work just fine. it works for ants and they have much better eyesight.