Imported fire ants, Solenopsis invicta and Solenopsis richteri (Hymenoptera: Formicidae), are social insects that usually produce hills or mounds in open areas where the colonies reside. These fire ants build mounds in almost any type of soil, but prefer open, …
Fire ants sting people, pets, livestock, and other animals. They also cause damage to electrical equipment and property. Learning about the fire ant life cycle and biology will help you better understand various strategies for fire ant control. The publications …
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Imported fire ants (Solenopsis invicta and Solenopsis richteri) originally came from South America. In the United States, imported fire ants currently inhabit all or parts …
Imported fire ants are now a major pest problem throughout the southeastern United States, including in livestock production operations. They are also found in parts of California.
