Ants can be a big concern for most households. These tiny creatures may look harmless but can do a lot of damage as they usually come with an army of their own. Ants are gregarious insects, meaning that they live and work in communities. If you have seen one ant in your kitchen now, there will be a hundred more in a few hours.
Fire ants are a common variety of ants that are generally brown in color and quite small, though there are different sizes of worker ant in every ant colony. Fire ant colonies produce large mounds in open areas, feed mostly on small plants and seeds, and often attack and kill small animals. Fire ants sting and induce a toxic venom called solenopsin. To humans, this sting feels painful with a burning sensation. It can even be fatal to sensitive people.
The red imported fire ant is an invasive species of fire ants in the United States, Australia, China, and Taiwan. It was supposedly introduced to these countries via shipping crates from other countries.
How to identify ant infestation?
Ant infestation should usually be easily visible. Look for the following signs:
- Large mounds of earth in your lawn or garden. There are usually more than one such mounds.
- Mounds of earth next to the base of your home’s foundation.
- A line of fire ants walking across the floor or your kitchen top can lead you to a possible site of nesting.
- Small patches of dug up earth near your home’s walls or doors.
How to stop a fire ant infestation?
The health hazards posed by fire ants are serious, and these pests have to be eliminated. Getting help from a professional pest control company is usually necessary and effective. We, Zorro Pest Control, are a licensed pest control company based in Houston, Texas, having valuable experience in eliminating all kinds of pest from homes and offices. We can help you get rid of fire ant infestation from your home effectively. Contact us right away for more details.
