Bull Ants Extermination
Merrylands West

Are Bull Ants Pestering Your Home?

Ants are known as hard workers and they play a significant role in our surroundings. Though there are different species of ants in the whole wide world, there’s one that’s interesting – the Bull Ant.

Bull Ant or bulldog ant is regarded as the largest in Australia because they generally measure around 15 to 36mm in length. They are either black or red in colour and has a distinct appearance. They have very long and straight mandibles, a stinger filled with venom and massive eyes.

Though ants are known to consume sweets, the Bull ant’s diet comprises mainly with protein, which they may get from other insects such as bugs, etc.. They also enjoy consuming fruits, nectar and seeds. They also have the capability to invade other colonies. The queen can take over other colonies by killing the queen and make the other ants their captive.

Known for its aggressive nature, Bull Ants produce a powerful, venom-filled sting which causes extreme pain. They are mainly awful once they know their home is at risk. An allergic reaction or multiple bites in people may prompt anaphylactic stun, which can be risky. The Bull Ant especially utilises its venom to incapacitate insect prey.

Have you spotted any bull ants?

If you think there are bull ants swarming in your premises, it would be best to call the closest pest control experts. You can’t just simply handle in removing bull ant’s nest as this requires professional handling. As above, Bull ants are very aggressive and their stingers are full of venom. However, there are easy things you can do and that is to look at your surrounding area for tell-tale signs:

Presence of live ants

In the event that you’re seeing huge quantities of live ants, it is positive that there is an infestation. If in case you discover them in your kitchen or in places where you plan to prepare your food, it’s best to act on it to remediate the area real fast. Ant Pathways – in and out of your home or premises are another sign. A few shorts of ants will put out a pheromone path to a food supply. This chemical pulls In different ants to locate food.

Ant Nest

Most ant nest site has a small heap of dirt surrounding it but unlike Bull ants, it is not present. As aforementioned they live in hollow tree trunks, rotten logs and or burrowed in bushy places. Though some species of ant have homes in dark places which are more difficult to spot.

How do you ant-proof your home?

Most ants come in your home looking for food. They’re attracted to sweet and sticky substances. Here’s how you could ant-proof your home:

• Always cover food
• Keep your kitchen and dining room mess-free
• Clean food debris from under kitchen appliances
• Make sure all garbage cans are tightly sealed
• Keep compost piles coated
• Put away pet food, container and litter away once your pet is finished using it

You can also help prevent ants from gaining entry into your home by sealing small cracks and openings or any access points they can manage entering through.

Our pest control technicians know what’s what when it comes to ants and challenges around these pests. They comprehend the habits for a variety of kinds of ants and can provide the most proper and effective treatment plan. They can likewise help you eradicate infestations and action around your home or business. We ensure you that our recommended solutions are safe for people and animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatments you apply?

The safety of your pets is extremely important to us. You can rest assured that any active component they may come into contact with, either when it’s still wet or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

The spray we apply is usually employed in public areas such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects on humans.

What should I do if I happen to touch one of the areas that have been treated with a spray?

This is only an issue if the sprayed areas are still damp. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as quickly as you can. In a short amount duration, your water carrier, tap water will have evaporated and won’t be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the surface.

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