Category: Ants
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They’re Not Harmless – Sugar Ants Can Carry and Spread Salmonella
Ants are common throughout NJ, making them one of the main reasons homeowners get in touch with Monmouth County NJ pest control companies. Although some ants are more of a nuisance, others are considered health hazards. In the latter category, sugar ants are known carriers of Salmonella. Which Ants Are Sugar Ants? Sugar ants don’t…
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What You Need to Know About Ants and the Spread of Germs and Disease
Ants are one of the most common reasons to call Ocean County NJ pest control companies, especially during the summer months. You already know that ants can get into your food supplies and contaminate them, but can they also put your health at risk? Ants and Disease Ants crawl all over your home’s interior looking…
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Do You Hate Ants So Much You’d Burn Down Your Home? One Man Did – by Accident.
Ants are no strangers to NJ homeowners and Ocean County NJ pest control companies. These tiny pests routinely make their way inside homes, where they spread germs and ruin food. If you’re tempted to get rid of them on your own, it’s important to watch what you use. Fighting Ants with Fire One man in…
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Researchers Identify that Ants Need Downtime Too!
Ants are known for being busy little creatures, but they do rest at times. In fact, scientists have found that ants actually achieve some form of work-life balance that we humans could learn from. Downtime for Ants Researchers at Missouri S&T have found evidence that ants take turns staying busy rather than being active all…
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Water-Resistant Ant Bait in Testing at the USDA Research Center
Some ants can be beneficial as long as they’re outside, but others can cause big problems. Fire ants, for example, have a painful bite and tend to go after people in large numbers. Baits for these ants haven’t changed much since they were first around in the 1960s, but scientists are working on improving them.…