http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/family_home/home/pest_management/ants/index.htm The LSU AgCenter exists to develop and deliver practical, useful, life-enhancing information to the citizens of Louisiana. LSU AgCenter CMS Stager Copyright2009, LSU AgCenter 180 webmaster@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda Benedict) web@agcenter.lsu.edu (Sam Razi) en-us Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.lsuagcenter.com/images/agcenter-logo.gif http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/family_home/home/pest_management/ants/index.htm http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/facts_info/Fire+Ant+Quiz.htm Wed, 20 Apr 2005 20:59:53 GMT This interactive and fun quiz will challenge your knowledge of Red Imported Fire Ants. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/facts_info/Fire+Ant+Quiz.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/762AD909-6652-4D2E-B1B1-94E9CA58B92E/9324/antquiz.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Bug+Biz++Fire+Ants.htm Fri, 28 Jan 2005 15:18:47 GMT 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. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Bug+Biz++Fire+Ants.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/38828637-B5D5-4693-B519-6A82C75FB47B/2138/pub2360fireants5.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/Bug+Biz++Managing+Argentine+Ants+in+Louisiana.htm Tue, 16 Aug 2005 18:19:23 GMT 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. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/Bug+Biz++Managing+Argentine+Ants+in+Louisiana.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/6BF688ED-6EF7-4CBA-BB2F-6A23862F34D7/15912/pub2916cover.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Little+Black+Ant+Management+in+Structures.htm Wed, 09 Nov 2005 21:38:01 GMT Identification, biology, and treatment of Little Black Ants. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Little+Black+Ant+Management+in+Structures.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/059E7BC1-17CA-4779-A06A-47EF93BB71B7/19203/LittleBlackAntcredit.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Tetramorium+bicarinatum+Pavement+Ants.htm Wed, 09 Nov 2005 21:29:07 GMT Identification, biology and treatment of pavement ants http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Tetramorium+bicarinatum+Pavement+Ants.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/721124B8-2EFA-47F6-938B-1EC6FD2E5A67/19240/NewImage.JPG http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Broadcast+Baits+for+Fire+Ant+Control.htm Mon, 14 Nov 2005 16:30:08 GMT 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) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Broadcast+Baits+for+Fire+Ant+Control.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/528A253E-F404-4582-A0E9-DCD487729A1D/19308/B6099Fireantscover1.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Elongate+Twig+Ant.htm Fri, 04 Nov 2005 18:02:41 GMT Identification, biology and treatment of the elongate twig ant. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Elongate+Twig+Ant.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/EFDCD70E-1DC0-49C7-BCBD-4B0690D3AED9/19141/Pseudomyrmex1credit.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Acrobat+Ant.htm Tue, 08 Nov 2005 21:59:28 GMT 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. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Acrobat+Ant.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/DBD6CABE-B78F-4701-AF7B-1E7FAC3FFE3E/19147/AcrobatAnt1credit.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Crazy+Ant+Control+in+Structures.htm Fri, 04 Nov 2005 18:06:50 GMT Identification, biology and treatment of the crazy ant in structures. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Crazy+Ant+Control+in+Structures.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/D10168C6-7AD0-4B39-8998-CCCEA9BF6BAA/19138/CrazyAnt1credit.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Pheidole+BigHeaded+Ants.htm Wed, 09 Nov 2005 20:41:08 GMT Big-headed ants are small to large ants (2-8mm) that appear to have many sizes. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Pheidole+BigHeaded+Ants.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/D8CBAF17-66CD-4CA4-B157-EEEF41087FD6/19239/bigheadedant.JPG http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Pharaoh+Ant+Management+in+Structures.htm Wed, 09 Nov 2005 21:50:15 GMT Identification, biology and treatment of the Pharaoh Ant http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Pharaoh+Ant+Management+in+Structures.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/1B4565A0-8487-4875-AE5D-C468F0EDC6A2/19205/PharaohAntcredit.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Red+Imported+Fire+Ant+Colony+Diagnostics+Using+Worker+Head+Widths.htm Mon, 21 Nov 2005 16:56:50 GMT The purpose of this study was to determine if differences in worker size are indicative of social form for Solenopsis invicta colonies in Louisiana. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Red+Imported+Fire+Ant+Colony+Diagnostics+Using+Worker+Head+Widths.htm LInmon@agcenter.lsu.edu (Lacy M. Inmon) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/35508455-150F-47E6-9CD9-E0F03D56DB50/19662/brownantposter1.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/How+to+Identify+Argentine+Ants.htm Mon, 14 Nov 2005 21:28:05 GMT This poster discusses the specific characteristics used to identify Argentine Ants. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/How+to+Identify+Argentine+Ants.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/B8E07D11-4621-445D-BA28-5F82192CAE3C/19394/HowtoIdentifyArgentineAnts1.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Bait+Amounts+for+RIFA++Table.htm Fri, 18 Nov 2005 20:58:12 GMT This table indicates the amount of bait in ounces and tablespoons needed per square foot for effective control of fire ants. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/Bait+Amounts+for+RIFA++Table.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/Argentine+Ant+Feeding+Preferences+and+Strategies.htm Mon, 14 Nov 2005 21:46:05 GMT This poster discusses natural feeding preferences, adapted feeding preferences and feeding strategies of the Argentine Ant. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/Argentine+Ant+Feeding+Preferences+and+Strategies.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/43B84FF0-B1B5-4D94-8A97-974E147198CA/19393/ArgentineAnt1.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/family_home/hazards_and_threats/recovery_assistance/insect_pest_management/Tree+stumps+debris+may+lead+to+carpenter+ant+infestations.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 20:45:49 GMT 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. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/family_home/hazards_and_threats/recovery_assistance/insect_pest_management/Tree+stumps+debris+may+lead+to+carpenter+ant+infestations.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Cardiocondyla+nuda.htm Tue, 08 Nov 2005 21:46:38 GMT Identification, biology and treatment of Cardiocondyla nuda. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/Cardiocondyla+nuda.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/0C5DEF16-C458-407B-9F23-982A39565ABA/19146/Cardiocondyla_nudacredit.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/Argentine+Ant+Habitat.htm Mon, 14 Nov 2005 22:11:37 GMT This poster addresses habitat preferences and where Argentine ants can be found. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/Argentine+Ant+Habitat.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/BA5A52EA-A723-4775-85B2-4477C100657B/19774/poster_image.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/ant_issues_newsletter/Ant+Issues+Vol+2.htm Thu, 26 May 2005 18:24:53 GMT 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. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/ant_issues_newsletter/Ant+Issues+Vol+2.htm PBeckley@agcenter.lsu.edu (Patricia A. Beckley) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/ant_issues_newsletter/Ant+Issues+Vol+1.htm Thu, 26 May 2005 18:04:19 GMT 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. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/ant_issues_newsletter/Ant+Issues+Vol+1.htm PBeckley@agcenter.lsu.edu (Patricia A. Beckley) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/Basic+Nest+Biology+and+Structure+of+Argentine+Ants.htm Mon, 14 Nov 2005 16:55:12 GMT 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. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/Basic+Nest+Biology+and+Structure+of+Argentine+Ants.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/261C10A7-CF8A-4E74-BF8F-8707F841CEEA/19391/ecology1.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/CostEffective+Methods+for+Cultural+Control+of+Argentine+Ants.htm Mon, 14 Nov 2005 16:39:10 GMT This poster addresses where Argentine Ants are found in Louisiana, as well as cost-effective ways to control them. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/CostEffective+Methods+for+Cultural+Control+of+Argentine+Ants.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/013C2C76-04E1-47A1-A996-E4ED139B1883/19392/CulturalControlofArgentineAnts1.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/Chemical+Control+of+Argentine+Ants.htm Mon, 14 Nov 2005 16:49:24 GMT This poster discusses background of Argentine Ants, baits that are cheap and effective for indoor use, and outdoor ant control. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/argentine_ants/Chemical+Control+of+Argentine+Ants.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/AA0E8367-44BA-4654-A443-CF61D290AD8E/19814/poster_image.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/communitywide_fireant_management/Sister+Fight+Fire+Ants+With+Broadscale+Treatments.htm Thu, 09 Nov 2006 16:23:30 GMT 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) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/communitywide_fireant_management/Sister+Fight+Fire+Ants+With+Broadscale+Treatments.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/C9073DA0-780B-4AE3-86E3-CA6710B6B606/31072/FireAnts.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/communitywide_fireant_management/fire_ant_product_information/Fire+Ant+Bait+Distributors.htm Fri, 12 May 2006 16:16:33 GMT The public can order any fire ant bait through local hardware stores, nurseries or coop/feed stores. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/communitywide_fireant_management/fire_ant_product_information/Fire+Ant+Bait+Distributors.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/ant_issues_newsletter/Ant+Issues++vol+3+fire+ants+during+dry+seasons.htm Wed, 29 Nov 2006 13:49:46 GMT 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. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/ant_issues_newsletter/Ant+Issues++vol+3+fire+ants+during+dry+seasons.htm PBeckley@agcenter.lsu.edu (Patricia A. Beckley) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/communitywide_fireant_management/Parishes+with+Spreaders+for+Areawide+Programs.htm Wed, 24 Jan 2007 17:54:24 GMT 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. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/communitywide_fireant_management/Parishes+with+Spreaders+for+Areawide+Programs.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/AD9A41D2-13B4-4E1F-85AA-94BE387CA24A/33092/LouisianaSPREADERS.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/hurricane_katrina/Research+Confirms+Storms+Eliminated+Fire+Ants+In+Some+Areas.htm Wed, 10 May 2006 19:32:34 GMT 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. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/hurricane_katrina/Research+Confirms+Storms+Eliminated+Fire+Ants+In+Some+Areas.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/communications/leads/Stop+fire+ant+surge+Scientists+target+stormaffected+areas.htm Thu, 18 May 2006 16:59:01 GMT 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. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/communications/leads/Stop+fire+ant+surge+Scientists+target+stormaffected+areas.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/BBF08201-B87E-49BB-B8A8-0904FE5F2844/25758/DSCN2506.JPG http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/facts_info/Managing+Imported+Fire+Ants+in+Urban+Areas.htm Wed, 16 Feb 2005 16:09:29 GMT 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. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/facts_info/Managing+Imported+Fire+Ants+in+Urban+Areas.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/5EB1B5BA-857A-4693-BF2C-D5817CBB6B38/3111/pub2817ManagingFireAnts5.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/The+Pest+Ants+of+Louisiana++A+Guide+to+Their+Identification+Biology+and+Control.htm Thu, 07 Jul 2005 20:30:47 GMT 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." http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/pest_ants/The+Pest+Ants+of+Louisiana++A+Guide+to+Their+Identification+Biology+and+Control.htm LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui) http://text.lsuagcenter.com/NR/rdonlyres/3AD580E3-963B-4653-8B64-FB14B871C713/13964/Pub2915PestAntCover4.jpg http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/hurricane_katrina/Be+On+Lookout+For+Fire+Ants+In+Areas+Where+Flooding+Occurred.htm Wed, 12 Oct 2005 19:24:23 GMT Fire ants can be a serious problem after hurricanes – particularly in flooded areas, according to experts with the LSU AgCenter. http://text.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/ants/fire_ants/hurricane_katrina/Be+On+Lookout+For+Fire+Ants+In+Areas+Where+Flooding+Occurred.htm DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet)