How to Identify Fire Ants?
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How to Identify Fire Ants?
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Reddish-brown to dark brown or reddish-black color
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Small size, usually about 1/8 to 1/4 inch long
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Narrow waist between thorax and abdomen
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Elbowed antennae
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Two-segmented waist
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Aggressive behavior when disturbed
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Swarm quickly over food or threats
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Build large mounds in soil, lawns, or open areas
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Mounds often have no visible central entrance
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Painful sting that can cause burning or itching
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Stings may develop into small white pustules
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Workers vary slightly in size within the colony
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Often found in warm, sunny areas
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Trail in large numbers to food sources
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