With a staggering population of at least 20 quadrillion, ants are by far the most common insects on the planet today. They can be found almost everywhere and come in different shapes and sizes. While ...

Whether you have dodged their mounds while walking around your yard or endured a painful sting, you know how pesky and dangerous fire ants can be to humans, pets, and gardens. Known as red imported ...

Natural ingredients like cinnamon and citrus oils can also help deter ants. As the weather warms up, our creepy-crawly friends tend to find their way indoors. In particular, you may notice ants in the ...

Q: I have black ants eating the beets in my garden. Last year, they ate the tassels off my sweet corn. What chemical or natural control could I use to get rid of the ants? (email) A: Several ways will ...

It's that time of year again when ant numbers are hitting an all-time high, and you may notice them creeping under your doors, along your windowsills, and through any cracks in your walls. But, while ...

Since fire ants first came to the United States in the early 20th century, researchers have searched for ways to control their destructive spread and eradicate them from areas where people live. A new ...

Insects, including ants and flies, tend to take over homes as soon as the weather perks up. As the warmer months draw near, households need to be prepared with easy ways to deter pests from invading ...

Ants play an important role in the ecosystem. However, despite knowing they are crucial to our world, these little guys can ...