Bull Ants Extermination
Normanhurst

Are Bull Ants Pestering Your Home?

The Bull ant is one in all the biggest estimated kinds of ants in Australia and generally measures about 15-36mm long. It is also known as a Bull Ant or Jumper Ant, is dark red/dark in colour and has long, recognisable mandibles which make them instantly identifiable with big eyes.

The Bull Ant forages for a protein based diet which predominantly contains other insects. They also enjoy nectar, seeds and fruits. Colonies tend to be small but the queen does invade other colonies and take them captive, killing the original queen.

Bull ants diet is mainly protein rich which predominantly includes other insects. They also enjoy fruits, nectar and seeds. They construct colonies to protect the swarm and their queen, though sometimes, the queen takes over other colonies by killing the original queen and have the ants from another tribe become captive.

Bull ants are widely distributed across all Australian states. They are extremely competitive and are fantastic hunters of larger insects. They’re found outdoors, nestling in bushy places, hollow tree trunks and rotten log. They could gain entry inside the home or any buildings through small cracks and openings. The nest can be difficult to locate since it as it includes a small opening that’s covered In debris and moss. They’ll attack when they are threatened and intruders come near their nest.

Have you spotted any bull ants?

If you have seen a few ants scuttling around on the ground, they’re likely simply having a look round. However, their presence can possibly assume of a larger ant infestation. Make sure to search for these signs when searching for ants:

Presence of live ants

If you’re seeing huge numbers of live ants then you may well have a problem. If you locate them in your kitchen or in areas where you prepare food, then you really have to do something about it quickly. Ant pathways – in and outside of your property or premises are another sign. Some varieties of ants will lay down a pheromone path to a food supply. This chemical attracts different ants to find food.

Ant Nest

Ants can live anywhere whether indoors or outside, but most of them have nests outside. On top of their nests are a small pile of dirt surrounding it. For Bull ants, they mostly live in hollow tree trunks, rotten logs and burrowed in bushy areas. Though some species of ant have houses in dark places which are harder to spot.

How do you ant-proof your home?

Sometimes, there are instances where ants can come in and out of your region. They are attracted to sweet and sticky food that is why it is important to maintain your area mess-free. As a preventive measure, here are a few ways where you can control ants from gaining entry at your home.

• Always cover food
• Keep your kitchen and dining area mess-free
• Clean food debris from under kitchen appliances
• Ensure garbage bins are shut and wet trash is disposed of immediately
• Keep compost piles covered
• Put away pet food as soon as your pet has finished eating

You can also seal small cracks and holes and any access points you may find in your home to prevent ants from gaining entry.

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Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the treatment you employ?

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

Will the spray cause problems to humans?

The spray we use is often utilized in public spaces such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to human beings.

What do I do if I accidently touch any of the areas sprayed?

This will only be an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you possibly can. After a relatively short period duration, your water carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and will not harm you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

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