Argentine Ants
(Linepithema humile)
Appearance
Argentine ants are light brown to brown in color.
Size
Range from 1/11-inch to 1/10-inch in length.
Behavior
Workers are often present in large numbers and are moving in trails. Trails may be similar to White-footed ant trails, but Argentine ants are more slender and move more quickly so the trails may not appear as condensed. Workers may overwhelm outdoor eating areas, even entering parked cars.
Habitat
Argentine ants have multiple queen nests with many widespread subcolonies containing millions of ants. They are usually found in heavily disturbed sites, but can invade natural environments. They nest in mulch, soil, near tree roots, in trees, in rotten wood, or even in garbage piles.
Interesting Facts
Workers can smell stale, greasy, or musty when crushed or stepped on.
Control
Do you live in Florida and think that this ant may be invading your home? Hulett Environmental Services offers specialty pest control treatments designed to control and eliminate this pest!
