OPM Termite Practice Exam

Where can Pacific Dampwood Termites primarily be found?

1. Northern Arizona

2. Southern California

3. Florida

4. Texas

The correct answer is: Northern Arizona

Pacific Dampwood Termites are primarily found in regions with a suitable climate and moisture that supports their life cycle, particularly in the Pacific coastal states and areas closely associated with these environments. They thrive in damp, decaying wood, which is abundant in areas that have the necessary humidity and vegetation to support their colonies. Northern Arizona provides the right ecological conditions for these termites, including the availability of suitable wood sources and the moisture levels conducive for their subsistence. The presence of damp conditions in the forests and woodlands of this region contributes to the habitat these termites prefer. The other locations offered, such as Southern California, Florida, and Texas, may have diverse termite populations, but they do not encompass the primary range of Pacific Dampwood Termites as effectively as Northern Arizona does. Each of these areas may harbor various species of termites that have different adaptations and habitat preferences.