Southern California’s diverse climate and varied landscapes make it home to a wide range of ant species. From your backyard to the coastal dunes, these tiny creatures play essential roles in the ecosystem. Let’s explore some of the most common…
Spring is here, and with it comes the promise of warmer weather, longer days, and the return of pesky ants. Ants are a common household problem during the spring months, as they are attracted to the moisture and food sources…
As the fall season approaches, homeowners need to prepare their homes against potential pest invasions. One of the most common autumn pests is ants. They seem to be everywhere this time of year, invading your home in search of food…
There’s more to the sunny skies, sandy beaches, and towering palms of Southern California than meets the eye. The region is also home to a vibrant and complex ecosystem, brimming with various flora and fauna, including a fascinating diversity of…
Wipe up crumbs and spills immediately Store garbage in sealed containers and remove from the home frequently Keep food packages closed or sealed and store products in air-tight containers Avoid leaving food out on the counter or pet food out…
Despite its size, the ant’s anatomy can be quite fascinating, with the body being composed of multiple parts, each with its own special function. The most common type of ant that you see out and about is the worker ant,…
What are fire ants? When we talk about fire ants from a pest control perspective, we usually refer to red imported fire ants. These fire ants are an invasive species, and they are very aggressive. It is estimated by the…
Ants are one of the few insects that we view positively. Even when they are in our home, we mostly regard them as a nuisance, and rarely as a pest. However, there are plenty of ant species out there, and…
Ant colonies have an interesting life cycle. Every ant colony starts with a solitary queen. She has just mated, and her male partner died. This will be the only time she will mate in her life, retaining the sperm in…
Most ant species can cause a headache when they’re in the home, but outside of that, they’re really harmless. Carpenter ants on the other hand will actually cause damage to the home, and they have to be removed as soon…
Love them or hate them, we have to live with ants. Luckily, most ant species are simply nuisances that pick up food crumbs from the kitchen. There are however a few species which go beyond the nuisance territory and become…
