Current status of Harmful Termites (Isoptera) in Hoi An Ancient Town and Effectiveness of Control of Main Harmful Coptotermes with Bait BDM 10

Termite infestations pose significant threats to Hoi An Ancient Town, with Coptotermes gestroi identified as the most destructive species. A study of 178 buildings revealed that 4 species—C. gestroi, C. formosanus, C. ceylonicus, and Cryptotermes domesticus—were primary pests, affecting 57% of structures. Treatment with BDM10 bait proved highly effective, achieving 100% control across all treated buildings: 78% required only one application, while 20% needed a second treatment, and just 2.5% demanded a third due to severe damage. This research underscores the potential of targeted bait-based interventions for preserving heritage structures in termite-prone regions.

Huy, N. Q. (2017). Current status of Harmful Termites (Isoptera) in Hoi An Ancient Town and Effectiveness of Control of Main Harmful Coptotermes with Bait BDM 10. VNU Journal of Science: Natural Sciences and Technology, 33(4). https://doi.org/10.25073/2588-1140/vnunst.4685