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American ant species come in a wide range of sizes and colors (black, brown, red, yellowish and combinations of these).
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Generally live in mounds and colonies can consist of up to 500,000 individuals.
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Omnivorous; will eat many things, but may prefer greasy and sweet foods. Some ants will eat meaty food and other insects.
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Ants can be a major problem for your home or business. If you are not treating the outside of you home for pests on a regular basis, ants will establish scent trails which will lead into your house. Once these trails are in place, you must use more than just spray to stop them from entering. Structural damage by insects is not limited to termites. Carpenter ants can damage structures sometimes to a greater extend than termites. They can excavate wood and create smooth flowing tunnels, weakening a structure.
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__DISCOURAGING ANT ACTIVITY |
Ant control in a home depends on the species since their behavioral patterns, likes and dislikes often differ. Various insecticides and baits are available over the counter, however, their effectiveness is sometimes limited. Termagon employs and trains technicians in this complex art of ant control.
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What does the Encyclopedia have to say about ants? Click on the book to the left to find out!
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