The Asian needle ant was first discovered in the U.S. in 1932 and found in at least three southeastern states. It is capable ...

A curious summer encounter with rogue ants turns into a humorous journey through science, myth, and the mysterious habits of ...

Researchers thought colder temperatures and higher elevations could stop the march of invasive fire ants. Mother Nature had ...

You may have heard that fire ants are on the move, and spreading in parts of Southside and Southwest Virginia. There’s ...

Black ants form trails between food sources and their colony. Occasionally, they’ll establish a colony in the walls of the building, but usually, it’s outside.

There's an unlikely ally in the fight against the spotted lanternfly, and it's something you're likely very familiar with: ...

With over 12,000 species of ants worldwide, black and red ants have distinct traits. Black ants typically live outdoors but may enter homes for food or shelter. Red ants, especially fire ants, are ...

Virginia may have a new ally in the fight against one of the most invasive insects threatening trees, crops, and other ...

“Carbohydrates are ants' primary food source, and since nectar is high in them, [they're] naturally attracted to it,” says Nicole Carpenter, president of Black Pest Prevention.

With over 12,000 species of ants worldwide, black and red ants have distinct traits. Black ants typically live outdoors but may enter homes for food or shelter. Red ants, especially fire ants, are ...