Authorities are investigating how fire ants came to be at a rural subdivision but say it is likely they arrived in mulch, plants, turf or soil.

(Uncover the largest ant mound ever recorded here.) The Dual Nature of Fire Ants: Benefits and Concerns Despite their painful stings and aggressive behavior, fire ants are beneficial in some aspects.

Learn about another feisty ant – the Fire Ant. Comparison to Other Insect Stings and Their Unique Characteristics Compared to other insect stings, the pain from the bullet ant’s sting is at a ...

One of the key findings from recent studies is that SINV-3 can significantly reduce fire ant populations. In field trials, the introduction of SINV-3 into fire ant nests led to a remarkable ...

Deadly fire ants have breached the Sunshine Coast biosecurity zone, with six nests found at a building site, prompting calls for more federal funding to thwart the pests’ march across the state.

If you're dreaming of the perfect summer vacation, one element certain to be excluded from that scenario would be an allergic ...