Brown to light brown;
shiny. About 1/10-inch long.
Habitat
Argentine ant colonies live in moist
areas near a food source, often in damp soil next to buildings, along sidewalks
or beneath boards. They deposit trails continuously to ensure they do not waste
time visiting the same area for food. When outdoor conditions are too wet or
dry, Argentine ants invade buildings by trailing along plumbing pipes and shrub
branches, utility lines and wires. They are very aggressive and will drive out
native species of ants, makingargentine
ant control difficult.
Diet
Omnivorous; they prefer sweet foods
such as the honeydew produced by aphids and mealybugs, but will eat almost
anything, including meats, eggs, oils and fats.
Ant control: argentine ants
When
argentine ant colonies are eliminated, new colonies may quickly take their
place. Argentine ant control is a
multi-step process, involving finding and treating existing colonies, sealing
possible entries, and applying ant
control perimeter treatments.
