Common Types Of Ants In Midland
Common Types Of Ants In Midland
Here are some tips on dealing with ants if your home is in Midland, you probably have a run-in with some as well, correct? Ants are common around these parts, whether they've crashed your picnic, or decided to take up residence in your kitchen. Ants are a frequent nuisance in this area, and the first step to effectively managing and getting rid of your ant issue is to identify the type of ants you’re dealing with. Ask a professional at Evo Termite Treatment Midland what they do after getting call and they will ask what ants look like.
More often than not, when you speak to a local ant management professional about an ant problem, the first thing they want to know is what the ant looks like. As it turns out, there are four main types of ants we can find in Perth:
Argentine Ants
Black Ants
Coastal Brown Ants
Bull Ants
Argentine Ants
These brown critters are also rather bland, but a lot smaller and slender. You cannot be stung by them, but crushed they smell a little different. However, their bites are not painful, so at ease!
Black Ants
These are black in color, shiny, and over 2.5 to 3 mm in length. They are very fond of scavenging and can become a nuisance very quickly due to their breeding rates. Watch out for your kitchens and garbage bins, because these are their most favorite places to stay. By the way, they can also transmit illnesses like salmonella, so you need to tackle these little buggers pronto.
Coastal Brown Ants
A small ant species, it has light ginger-brown body with a shiny dark brown abdomen and is imported from Africa. They have a more unusual caste system in their colony, with 'major' ants that are bigger and 'minor' ants that are smaller. The Adults digest the food, and then the little ones take it home. Keep your eyes peeled for tiny little cigars in your garden or yard that may be a sign of Coastal Browns at work.
Bull ants
Mostly outdoor adventurers, never entering the home But a Bull ant nest close by can be pretty startling. They can inflict painful bites and unlike others, they have the ability to bite multiple times without losing their 'sting'. They're also fairly aggressive, so definitely one to watch out for, especially with kids about.
So, there you have it! An overview of local signal ants Alexandra B. If you ever need assistance or simply want to discuss this further, getting these little bastards to stay away, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Stay ant-free and take care.
Evo Termite Treatment Midland offers all pest control services in Midland and surroundings. Feel free to contact us at (08) 6275 6592 or visit our website:
https://evotermitetreatment.com.au/
