Identifying Ant Type Is Crucial
1.Sugar Ants: These ants are very small and black to brown in color. Similar in appearance to pavement ants, these little guys don’t crush easily like the pavement ants and don’t fight with other sugar ant nests. Sugar ants are attracted to a wide range of foods and can be difficult to control in the kitchen and neighboring rooms. They often nest near other sugar ant colonies and steal food and resources from them.
2.Pavement Ants: Pavement ants are dark brown to black and are commonly found nesting under sidewalks, driveways, and building foundations. They are attracted to a wide range of foods and can become a nuisance indoors.
3. Carpenter Ants: Carpenter ants are larger than most ant species and vary in color from red to black. They excavate wood to build their nests, which can cause structural damage to buildings. Carpenter ants are attracted to both sweet and protein-based foods.
4. Pharaoh Ants: Pharaoh ants are tiny and pale yellow to reddish-brown in color. They are commonly found in buildings, particularly in warm, humid areas. Pharaoh ants are attracted to sweets, proteins, and greasy foods.
5. Odorous House Ants: These ants are small and dark brown or black in color. They emit a vinegar odor when crushed, hence their name. Odorous house ants typically nest in or around homes and are attracted to sugary foods.
Identifying the type of ant infesting your home or property can be challenging, so it may be helpful to consult with Go Green Pest Control or use online resources with images and descriptions to assist in identification. Once you know which species of ant you’re dealing with, you can call Go Green Pest Control to help deal with the infestation.
