The Essential Guide to Ants: Facts, Behaviors & Identification Tips

Learn how to identify and manage Ants with our knowledgeable approach, contributing to the well-being of your home and family.

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Identify ants

What do ants look like?

Adult ants species come in a variety of shapes and sizes but each will be one of three different colony castes; queens, workers or males. Queens are fertile females that lay all the eggs in a colony. Workers are wingless females that gather food, feed larvae, maintain the nest, defend the colony, and do not reproduce. Male ants are winged and their only job is to mate with the queens during the swarming process.

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Types of ants

Argentine Ants

Fire Ants

Harvester Ants

Odorous Ants

Pavement Ants

Pharaoh Ants

Thief Ants

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Treatment

How we treat ants

At Aptive Environmental, we provide tailored solutions to address pest issues effectively. Our expert team conducts comprehensive assessments to identify problem areas and implement targeted treatments. For ant-specific issues, our ant control strategies focus on understanding ant behavior and habitat. To discover how we can help you, find a location near you and experience our exceptional service.

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