In California, a supercolony spans more than 500 miles. Argentine Ants can form massive colonies. At lower elevations, it is out-competed by other ant species. It is a common species on all the islands of Hawaiʻi and is usually found at mid-high elevations. Widely distributed by human commerce during the early part of the 20th century, they are now found worldwide. Technomyrmex dificilis Technomyrmex pallipes Technomyrmex vitiensisĭescription:Argentine Ants are medium to dark brown in color reaching 2-3 mm in length. Sweets, fats and proteins, will feed on almost any food available Yellow to brownish orange with dark abdomen Strongly prefer sugar baits, but may also try a protein or mixed baitīrown head & thorax, translucent abdomen & legs Meat, pet food, oily foods such as peanut butter, and grease The products listed below are only examples and there are likely other products available.Īlternate between sugar & protein bait mixed bait might also provide relief Make sure you read the label and get the right bait for your ants. All commercial baits will tell you what kind of ants it’s meant to control on the labeled directions. Although these are all common active ingredients, some are more effective than others and may have different uses.Īnt baits fall into four categories: sugar baits, oil baits, protein baits, and mixed baits. Common IGR’s you may see in baits are Methoprene and Pyriproxifen. Common toxicants you may see in ant baits are: Hydramethylnon, Spinosad, Indoxacarb, Fipronil, Thiamethoxam, Imidachloprid, Abamectin, and Boric Acid. The amount of pesticide is so little, that baits are practically non-toxic to humans and pets when used according to the directions. Ant baits are made up of a food attractant that the ant feeds on and a tiny amount of pesticide that either kills (“toxic” baits) or affects the reproduction (insect growth regulators = IGR) of the ants that eat the bait.
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