Choosing the Right Remedy for Your Ants

Around the world today there is thought to be over 1200 species of ants.

Around the world today there is thought to be over 1200 species of ants. Colors usually vary between red and black and lengths between 2-25 millimeters. While there are some exotic species that may be more colorful or flamboyant, there are four or five main species that people can expect to find invading their homes. These main types are pavement ants, carpenter ants, fire ants, pharaoh ants, and argentine ants.

Pavement ants are most likely the most popular ants. They are usually between 1/16" - 1/8" long. Carpenter ants are another very popular species. These ants love to make their home in hollowed out wood. Fire ants are typically around 1/8 long and can be anywhere from red to black in color. They are capable if biting and delivering a dose of venom which can cause burning, blisters, and infections. Pharaoh ants are typically 1/8 or less in length and light brown in color. The most common place to find argentine ants in the southern parts of the United States. They are usually either dark brown or black.

Preventing Ants A powerful pesticide is probably your best bet if you have a fire ant infestation. These ants will attack animals and have been known to be highly aggressive. It is wise to locate the nest or colony and inject pesticide there as well to destroy the queen.

Sprays are not effective on argentine ants, as they only cause the colony to break up into many new smaller colonies which will grow. Bait is the best tactic to use with this type of ant. While baits are more slow acting, they will eventually cause poison to be spread throughout the colony and eliminate the ants. Bait is also highly effective for use with pharaoh ants.
 

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