Carpenter Ants or Campontonus, are one of the largest of ant species. Mostly black (some are reddish-yellowish), they prefer to live in hollow, moist, decaying wood. Their large mandibles are used for chewing wood or debris in order to form "galleries" or tunnels. A "sawdust" type debris can sometimes be visible. All buildings are susceptible to Carpenter Ant infestation. Colonies can reach up to 50,000 workers! Serious damage to the structure of a home or building may result if left untreated.
Fire Ants or Solenopsis, are a real problem pest in Central Texas. The high reproductive rate of this species creates a large population among the colonies. A single colony can have over 250,000 workers! Combine this large number with the aggressive inherent nature of these ants and you have something to worry about. Fire Ants are capable of stinging and injecting venom into its' prey. The stings' are very painful, and multiple stings are capable of killing small animals.
Odorous Ants
The Odorous House Ant or Tapinoma Sessile, is a dark, reddish-brown color, about 1/10" long. Lives indoors as well as outdoors. Prefers food areas. This species, when crushed, releases an unpleasant odor into the environment.
The Odorous House Ant or Tapinoma Sessile, is a dark, reddish-brown color, about 1/10" long. Lives indoors as well as outdoors. Prefers food areas. This species, when crushed, releases an unpleasant odor into the environment.
Nuisance Ants
Nuisance ants are generally considered any ant that does not cause damage to property or will not harm humans. However, these ants are serious pests who invade homes, offices, restaurants, warehouses, etc., looking for food, water and shelter. Nuisance ant colonies can number in the tens of thousands! Some species which inhabit central Texas are: Pharaoh, Argentine, Bigheaded, Crazy, Acrobat, Harvester, Pavement, Sugar, and Leafcutter ants.
Nuisance ants are generally considered any ant that does not cause damage to property or will not harm humans. However, these ants are serious pests who invade homes, offices, restaurants, warehouses, etc., looking for food, water and shelter. Nuisance ant colonies can number in the tens of thousands! Some species which inhabit central Texas are: Pharaoh, Argentine, Bigheaded, Crazy, Acrobat, Harvester, Pavement, Sugar, and Leafcutter ants.
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