Argentine ants are not native to Georgia, but they’ve made their mark on our state since they arrived in the late 1800s. Known for their expansive supercolonies, Argentine ants are not pests that you want moving into your house. Knowing how to identify, prevent, and eliminate these pests will help you avoid the frustration of an Argentine ant infestation. Bizzy Bee Exterminators has been helping home and business owners keep their properties ant-free since 1972.
Argentine ants (Linepithema humile) are a small, invasive ant species native to South America that is spreading worldwide. They are prolific in Georgia and are known for forming supercolonies containing millions of ants.
Although not known to be particularly dangerous to humans, Argentine ants can contaminate food while foraging. Due to their large colonies, it is best to avoid allowing these ants onto your property.
Argentine ants are not a significant health risk to humans. That said, they are not entirely harmless either. They can contaminate food and carry disease-spreading pathogens if they enter your house.
Argentine ants can be dangerous to small animals when present in large numbers. They have been known to attack and destroy beehives.
Although they don’t pose an imminent threat to people, you don’t want Argentine ants moving in. Because they often form supercolonies, what starts as a small infestation can quickly grow out of control. These tips will help you prevent an Argentine ant infestation in your Georgia home:
Trying to eliminate Argentine ants with DIY methods is nearly always unsuccessful. Oftentimes, you’ll see an immediate dip in ant activity, making you think the problem has been solved, only to discover that the ant activity returns in the days and weeks to come.
DIY ant control doesn’t usually work because:
Instead of wasting time on methods that don’t work or worsen the problem, contact Bizzy Bee Exterminators for ant control that eliminates the problem the first time. At Bizzy Bee, our technicians are trained in effective methods and products against each specific ant species.
Our home pest control services eliminate active Argentine ant problems and provide ongoing services to protect against ants and other common pests. Contact Bizzy Bee Exterminators to stop Argentine ants before they get into your house.
Argentine ants are not considered especially dangerous. They don’t damage the homes they get into. Although they can bite, they don’t cause any serious harm when they do. Argentine ants can contaminate food, which can lead to illnesses for the people who eat that food.
Unlike many other ant species, Argentine ant colonies have multiple queens. This leads to colonies that grow faster than most. Additionally, Argentine ants do something called budding, which is when some ants break off from the colony to start an adjacent one connected to the first. This leads to large supercolonies that can contain millions, or even billions, of ants.
Argentine ants prefer sweet foods. They’ll snack on any sugary substance they can find. However, during the peak of their reproductive season, which is usually in the spring and summer, they’ll also seek out protein-rich foods to bring back to their colony.
If you have Argentine ants in or around your home or business, call Bizzy Bee Exterminators. Our local, experienced experts can help you keep your property free from ants and other common pests. Contact us today.
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