Pharaoh Ants
Appearance:
Worker ants are 1/16" long and the Queen is 1/8 - 1/4 long. Both workers and the Queen are a yellow-brown colour.
Habits:
Pharaoh ants nest almost anywhere that provides protection. They are extremely opportunistic and have been found nesting in walls, furniture, appliances, between folded sheets, hollow curtain rods, inside irons and under roofing shingles. They have a high daily water requirement and prefer warm, humid areas close to food and water. Workers range widely from the nest and establish visible trails to food and water sources. They travel from room to room via hidden plumbing pipes and electrical wires.
Pharaoh ants are opportunistic feeders that will "swarm" on foods that appear within their foraging range, which is why pharaoh ant control often uses bait. Indoors, they feed on meats, nuts, cheese, honey, bread crumbs, meats, grease and pet bowls.
Threats:
The Pharaoh Ant is a relatively uncommon pest in Ireland.
Prevention of Pharaoh Ants:
Controlling pharaoh ants can be very difficult. Using contact insecticides will cause them to fracture or split a nest into two or more colonies to survive. Baiting forging trails and suspected areas of activity is the most effective pharaoh ant control method.
Pharaoh ants infestations are a growing concern in apartments and healthcare facilities in Ireland. Evidence shows that from a single infested apartment, a pharaoh ant infestation can spread over the entire apartment block in less than a year. In some cases this represents over a hundred apartments! It is therefore essential to act quickly when pharaoh ants are identified.
Owl Pest Control Technicians have extensive knowledge and experience in dealing with pharaoh ants infestations in hospitals, nursing homes and apartment complexes.
Contact Owl Pest Control or Call 01 452 3680 for more advice and Pharaoh Ant Control Services.
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