Bull Ants Extermination
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Are Bull Ants Pestering Your Home?

The Bulldog Ant, is one of the largest sized species of rodents in Australia, they typically measure 15-36mm in length. It is also commonly known as a Bull Ant Or Jumper Ant, is red/black in colour and has very long, straight, distinguishing mandibles which make them instantly recognisable with big eyes.

The Bull Ant scrounges for a protein-based food which dominatingly incorporates different kinds of insects. They similarly appreciate nectar, seeds and natural products. They are also capable of invading other colonies in which the queen can kill the original queen and make captives of the swarms.

Though ants are known to consume sweets, the Bull ant’s diet comprises mainly with protein, which they can get from other insects such as bugs, etc.. They also enjoy consuming fruits, nectar and seeds. They also have the ability to invade other colonies. The queen can take over other colonies by killing the queen and create the other ants their captive.

Bull ants are widely distributed across all Australian states. They are extremely competitive and are fantastic hunters of larger insects. They are found outdoors, nestling in bushy places, hollow tree trunks and rotten log. They can gain entry inside the home or any buildings through small cracks and openings. The nest can be difficult to locate since it as it includes 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’ve seen a few ants scuttling around on the floor, they might be just having a look around. However, they might be the sign of a bigger ant infestation. Make sure to keep these signs in mind when spotting ants:

Live ants

Ants forage in search of food and when you a high number of them parading in any are of home, follow the trail. This is the best way to check and see the location of their nest. Once you find it, don’t try to remove it rather call the support of pest exterminator. Why is this so? Because there are a variety of ant species and it is important to identify what sort of ant is invading your home. Maybe it’s a Bull ant or a combination of many. Make it a habit to keep your dining and kitchen are spic and span. Keep your meals tightly sealed in air-tight containers. For liquids, make sure the containers are spill-proof. Ensure garbage is disposed of immediately especially for wet rubbish.

Ant Nest

Ants can live anywhere whether indoors or outdoors, 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 areas which are more difficult to spot.

How do you ant-proof your home?

Generally, ants come inside our property for food. They are also attracted to sweet and sticky substances like chocolates and sugar. That’s why it is important to keep your kitchen and dining area as clean as possible. As a preventative measure, here are a few ways where you are able to control ants from gaining entrance at your dwelling.

• Keep your food and food storage clean and tightly sealed
• Clean food and liquid spills Immediately
• Maintain cleanliness of those beneath the kitchen appliances
• Ensure all garbage cans are tightly sealed
• Keep compost piles coated
• Put away pet food as soon as your pet has finished eating

You can also seal small holes and cracks and any access points you can find in your house to prevent ants from gaining entry.

Our pest control technicians know what is what when it comes to ant deterrents. They understand the habits of different types of ant and can provide the most suitable and effective solution. They can also help you eliminate infestations and activity around your home or business. It goes without saying that all our remedies are safe for people and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my household pets be affected by the treatment you apply?

The safety of your pets is very important to us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, either when it’s still wet or inhaling it or ingestion it, is a tiny amount.

Will the spray cause problems to humans?

The spray we apply is usually used in public places such as schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects to humans.

What do I do if happen to touch one of the areas treated with a spray?

It’s only a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as quickly as you can. After a brief period duration, your water carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and won’t be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the surface.

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