Because ants are small, all too often it is understandable that home and business owners may underestimate the insect’s ability to infiltrate a building as well as inhabit the yard and landscaping and become an infestation. Once an ant colony is established, the tiny insects are not only a nuisance, but can also threaten the health and safety of your home.
Ant Species in Hawaii
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There are over 50 species of ants found in Hawaii. Some of the most common are the Argentine ant, ghost ant, carpenter ant, big-headed ant, tropical fire ant, and the long-legged ant. Each has its own characteristics when it comes to size, color, food and nesting preferences, and defense tactics.
For example, the big-headed ant is an opportunist as it feeds on crumbs, food left out on the kitchen counter, insects, and plants, while long-legged ants prefer citrus and plants, so their colonies are primarily outdoors. Argentine ants have a varied menu ranging from sweet drinks left unattended to your pet’s food. Ghost ants are also drawn to sweet items when indoors. Outdoors, ghost ants feed on honeydew gathered by insects.
Many ant species do not bite. This is not true for the tropical fire ant. This fast-moving ant is a ground nester that reacts with painful stings directed at humans and animals whenever their nest is disturbed.
Carpenter ants are attracted to wet or moist wood where they will chew tunnels to create an area for their colony’s nest. These channels weaken the structural integrity of the wood and can be problematic to your home or businesses foundational support. The damage caused by carpenter ants can cost thousands of dollars to repair.
If they feel the nest is distrubed, they may sting and spray formic acid into the bitten area, which enhances the level of pain. For those allergic to the venom, stings from a tropical fire and or carpenter ant can be dangerous.
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