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| [Image: Red Imported Fire Ants Quiz]Fire Ant Quiz This interactive and fun quiz will challenge your knowledge of Red Imported Fire Ants. |
| [Image: mounds]Fire Ant Mounds at St. Gabriel Research Station Brief summary informing people of the abundance of fire ant mounds in pastures at the St. Gabriel Research Station. |
| [Image: Managing Imported Fire Ants in Urban Areas]Managing Imported Fire Ants in Urban Areas Properly identifying the ant species is the first step in determining whether and how to control them. In this publication there are options for managing various kinds of imported fire ant problems. |
| [Image: Fire Ant Control]Broadcast Baits for Fire Ant Control A Southern IPM Center publication. When choosing a broadcast bait to control imported fire ants, consumers and professional pesticide applicators face a confusing array of brand names and active ingredients with varying product performances. This guide addresses common concerns about broadcast baits to help consumers and professionals choose products that best fit their needs and situations. (PDF Format Only) |
| Ant Issues Vol. 4: Fire Ant Bait All fire ant baits work very well when applied according to the label instructions. The way a fire ant bait works depends on the active ingredient in the bait. |
| Ant Issues Vol. 5: How Fire Ants Move Fire Ants move long distances through the transport of potted plants, soil and sod. Fire ants spread by producing new queens and colony movement from unacceptable site due to flooding or other disturbances. |
| [Image: Fire Ants]Bug Biz: Fire Ants The red imported fire ant, a Louisiana resident since the early 1950s, can be a painful pest or a beneficial friend. Depending on your situation, you may want to manage these ants or simply let them go about their helpful way. Eradication vs. management of the fire ant is discussed in this fact sheet. |
| [Image: Argentine Ants]Bug Biz: Managing Argentine Ants in Louisiana The Argentine ant, an exotic species brought to New Orleans from South America in the late 1800s, is found throughout the state after being transported in nursery stock and by cars, boats and RVs. Their huge colonies, with millions of workers and hundreds of queens, extend for miles. Identifying characteristics, areawide management and cultural controls incuded. |
| [Image: Image 1]Little Black Ant Management in Structures Identification, biology, and treatment of Little Black Ants. |
| [Image: Image 1]Tetramorium bicarinatum: Pavement Ants Identification, biology and treatment of pavement ants |
| [Image: Image 1]Elongate Twig Ant Identification, biology and treatment of the elongate twig ant. |
| [Image: Image 1]Acrobat Ant Acrobat ants, Crematogaster spp., are small (2-4mm) ants that appear to be all the same size. The abdomen is heart-shaped when viewed from above and the heads are round. |
| [Image: Image 1]Crazy Ant Control in Structures Identification, biology and treatment of the crazy ant in structures. |
| [Image: Image 1]Pheidole: Big-Headed Ants Big-headed ants are small to large ants (2-8mm) that appear to have many sizes. |
| [Image: Image 1]Pharaoh Ant Management in Structures Identification, biology and treatment of the Pharaoh Ant |
| [Image: Image]Red Imported Fire Ant Colony Diagnostics Using Worker Head Widths The purpose of this study was to determine if differences in worker size are indicative of social form for Solenopsis invicta colonies in Louisiana. |
| [Image: Flyer image]How to Identify Argentine Ants This poster discusses the specific characteristics used to identify Argentine Ants. |
| Bait Amounts for RIFA - Table This table indicates the amount of bait in ounces and tablespoons needed per square foot for effective control of fire ants. |
| [Image: Flyer image]Argentine Ant: Feeding Preferences and Strategies This poster discusses natural feeding preferences, adapted feeding preferences and feeding strategies of the Argentine Ant. |
| Tree stumps, debris may lead to carpenter ant infestations It may be tempting to ignore tree stumps and tree debris left over from hurricanes because of the expense of removal. But if let go long enough, this can lead to a nuisance far more expensive to clean up – carpenter ants. |
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| [Image: Image 1]Cardiocondyla nuda Identification, biology and treatment of Cardiocondyla nuda. |
| Argentine Ant Habitat This poster addresses habitat preferences and where Argentine ants can be found. |
| Ant Issues Vol. 2 Argentine ants have been reported in a few isolated areas in Louisiana. These ants are different from fire ants in appearance, nesting habits and behavior. These differences make control efforts different as well. |
| Ant Issues Vol. 1 This is the first issue of a newsletter intended to communicate new information and recommendations for fire ant management and other ant problems in Louisiana. This issue focuses on current methods for community-wide fire ant control. |
| Basic Nest Biology and Structure of Argentine Ants Linepithema humile (Mayr), the Argentine ant, is an important invasive species that has great impact on agriculture, urban and natural environments worldwide. This poster discusses the basic nest biology and structure of the Argentine Ants. |
| Cost-Effective Methods for Cultural Control of Argentine Ants This poster addresses where Argentine Ants are found in Louisiana, as well as cost-effective ways to control them. |
| Chemical Control of Argentine Ants This poster discusses background of Argentine Ants, baits that are cheap and effective for indoor use, and outdoor ant control. |
| Sisters Fight Fire Ants With Large-scale Treatments Stepping outdoors was like being under attack for one homeowner. Fire ants were everywhere in her yard. Her sister’s pasture also was under siege. So they turned to an LSU AgCenter entomologist for help. (Runtime: 1 minute, 47 seconds) |
| Distributors of Fire Ant Bait The public can order any fire ant bait through local hardware stores, nurseries or coop/feed stores. |
| Ant Issues Vol. 3: Fire Ants During Dry Seasons Fire ants may be an indoor problem during the dry season as they search for water and food. The mounds move below the surface but they will still forage for food during the cooler times of the day. |
| Parishes with Spreaders for Area-wide Programs Map showing parishes that have a spreader available for use in area wide application of fire ant baits. Listing of locations by parish that have implemented the area wide program. |
| Research Confirms Storms Eliminated Fire Ants In Some Areas The destructive force of tidal surges from hurricanes Katrina and Rita at least had one benefit – controlling fire ants, according to researchers from the LSU AgCenter. LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Linda Hooper-Bui recently said field surveys in the area of Plaquemines, St. Bernard and Orleans parishes area after Hurricane Katrina and in Southwest Louisiana after Hurricane Rita showed the fire ant population was far below normal in areas flooded by storm surge. |
| Scientists work to control the threat of fire ants Red imported fire ants are not just a nuisance. They pose a health threat to many individuals allergic to their sting. LSU AgCenter entomologists are working to control these pests. |
| The Pest Ants of Louisiana: A Guide to Their Identification, Biology and Control Ants range from mildly to highly annoying. Knowing the species, biology and control can help you manage them. This is a useful reference for pest management professionals, extension personnel and homeowners. A key to ants, color photographs, diagrams and a glossary are included. Spiral bound copies are available for $10 each. To purchase using a check, use the pdf order form. To purchase with a credit card, click on "order publication." |
| Be On Lookout For Fire Ants In Areas Where Flooding Occurred Fire ants can be a serious problem after hurricanes – particularly in flooded areas, according to experts with the LSU AgCenter. |
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