Bull Ants Extermination
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Are Bull Ants Pestering Your Home?

The Bulldog Ant is one of the biggest types of ants in Australia and measures about 15-36mm long. It is also known as Bull Ant or Jumper Ant, is red/black and has exceptionally long, straight, distinctive mandibles that make them recognisable with substantial eyes.

The Bull Ant forages for a protein based diet which predominantly includes 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 contains other insects. They also enjoy fruits, nectar and seeds. They construct colonies to protect the swarm and their queen, though from time to time, the queen takes over other colonies by killing the queen and have the ants from another tribe become captive.

Almost an exclusive Australian species, they are widely distributed across all states. Bull ants are extremely aggressive and are proven to be great hunters of larger insects. They live mostly outside in vegetative areas like woods and build their nests underground or in hollow tree trunks and rotten log. The nest can be difficult to find since it as it features a small opening that’s covered In moss and debris. They will attack when they are threatened and intruders come close to their nest.

Have you spotted any bull ants?

If you suspect an infestation within your household and surrounding area, it’s best to do some preventative measures. As aforementioned, these ants are extremely aggressive and they have venom-filled stingers. Also, do not attempt to remove their colony on your own. Call in the closest help of pest exterminator so that they can provide suitable treatment control. Here are some tell-tale signs you can assume for ant infestation:

Presence of live ants

If you’re seeing massive numbers of live ants then you may well have a problem. If you locate them in your kitchen or in areas in which you prepare food, then you definitely have to do something about it quickly. Ant pathways – in and out of your property or premises are another sign. Some varieties of ants will lay down a pheromone path to a food source. This compound attracts different ants to locate 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 little 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 more difficult to spot.

How do you ant-proof your home?

Most ants come inside your property seeking out food. They’re attracted to sweets and sticky substances. This is how you can ant-proof your property:

• Keep your food and food storage clean and tightly sealed
• Clean food and liquid spills Immediately
• Clean food debris from beneath kitchen appliances
• Make sure all garbage cans are tightly sealed
• Keep compost piles enclosed and covered
• Put away pet food as soon as your pet has finished eating

You can also assist in saving you from ants in coming into your own home with the help of sealing accessibility factors which includes cracks and crevices in doorways and window frames.

Our pest control technicians know what is what when it comes to ant deterrents. They understand the habits of different types of ant and may provide the most appropriate and effective solution. They can also allow you to take away infestations around your home or business. We ensure you that our treatments are individual and animal-safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The security of your pet is a top priority for us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they come in contact with, whether it’s still wet or inhaling it or ingestion it, is a tiny amount.

Can the spray cause any harm to humans?

The spray we employ is typically used in public places such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm on humans.

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

This will only be of concern if the spray areas are still damp. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as soon as you can. After a brief period of time, the carrier, tap water will have evaporated and will not cause any harm to you when you come in contact with the area.

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