Ants
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- The queen ant lays the eggs, and then the worker ants take over, caring for the eggs until the babies emerge
- An ant is capable of lifting up to 20 times its body weight.
- Ants have one of the largest brains of all insects. In fact, an ant has an average of 250,000 brain cells.
Questions that People Most Frequently Ask Us
Take a look at some of the typical questions that pop up in the minds of our clients
How do ants find food?
Ants use their sense of smell to find food. They are attracted to sweet smells and will follow a scent trail back to the source. Once they find food, they will leave a scent trail for other ants to follow. This is how an ant colony can quickly become an infestation.
What kind of ants are in Texas?
Texas is home to a variety of ants, including the following: carpenter ants, fire ants and sugar ants.
What attracts ants to my home or business?
Ants are attracted to a variety of things, including: food that is left out or not stored properly, sweet smells and warmth.
What do ants eat?
Most ants eat plants or other insects, but some species of ants are known to eat sweets. Sugar ants are one of the most common types of ants that invade homes in search of food. They are attracted to sugary foods and can be a nuisance if they get into your pantry or cupboards.
Can ants kill you?
While ants are not poisonous, some species can bite or sting. These bites and stings can cause irritation and swelling. In rare cases, an allergic reaction to an ant bite or sting can be life-threatening.
Can ants fly?
Some species of ants can fly, but most cannot. Carpenter ants are one type of ant that can fly, which is how they are able to travel long distances to infest new homes.
How can I stop ants from coming in my business or home?
There are a few things you can do to prevent an ant infestation in your home or business, including: Keeping your home or business clean, keeping food sealed and stored properly and calling a pest control professional if you have an infestation.
Where do ants build their homes?
Most ants build their nests in the ground, but some species will build their nests in trees, under rocks, or even in your home! Carpenter ants are one of the most common types of ants that infest homes. They tunnel through wood to create their nests and can cause significant damage to your home if left untreated.
How strong are ants?
While ants are very small, they are actually quite strong! Some species of ants can lift objects that are up to 20 times their own body weight. That’s the equivalent of a human lifting a car!
Are ants good for my garden?
Most ants are beneficial to gardens as they help aerate the soil and distribute food. Some species of ants will even protect your plants from other pests! However, carpenter ants can be destructive to gardens as they tunnel through woody stems and roots.