Definition
Kalotermes is a genus of termites belonging to the family Kalotermitidae, commonly known as drywood termites. They live their entire lives inside dry wood, without needing any contact with the soil. Unlike some other termites, they don't build mud tubes or nests in the ground. Think of them as the hermits of the termite world, content in their wooden homes. These termites are often found infesting furniture, structural timbers, and other wooden objects. They are particularly common in coastal regions. Their colonies are relatively small, consisting of only a few hundred individuals.