Little Black Ant
Little black ants are tiny but persistent household pests that invade homes and businesses in search of food and shelter.
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What do these Ants look like?
These ants are small, typically measuring about 1.5 mm in length, with a shiny black or dark brown body and distinct antennae.
Quick information about Little Black Ant
- USUALLY FOUND IN: Homes, kitchens, walls, sidewalks, and under rocks or logs
- FEEDS ON: Sweets, proteins, grease, and other household food scraps
- BITES/STINGS: Does not sting; rarely bites, but not harmful to humans
- SIZE/COLOR: 1.5 mm in length; black or dark brown
- SEASON: Active year-round but more common in spring and summer
- TREATABLE AT HOME: Small infestations can be managed, but professional treatment is recommended for larger colonies
Information About Little Black Ant
Little black ants are social insects that live in large colonies, often consisting of thousands of workers and multiple queens. They are highly adaptable and can thrive in various environments, from urban areas to forests. Because of their small size, they can easily infiltrate homes through tiny cracks and crevices in search of food.
These ants are particularly drawn to sugary and greasy foods, making kitchens and pantries their primary targets. Once they establish a scent trail, they will continue returning to the same food source, making them difficult to eliminate without proper treatment. Their nests are commonly found outdoors in soil, under rocks, or within decaying wood, but they may also settle indoors in walls and voids if given the opportunity.
While little black ants do not pose a direct health risk, they can contaminate food and become a nuisance due to their persistent foraging behavior. DIY treatments like bait traps and sealing entry points can help control minor infestations. However, since colonies can be extensive and spread quickly, professional pest control is often necessary to eliminate them at the source and prevent reinfestation.
Avayda Pest Control offers expert solutions to handle little black ant infestations efficiently. Our treatment plans target both the foraging ants and their hidden nests, ensuring long-term relief from these persistent pests.
Everyone deserves a pest-free home.
At Avayda, we know that you want a pest free home, regardless of the time of year. In order to do that, you need the right team and products to help remove invaders and keep them out for good. The problem is you’ve tried to solve it yourself, or you don’t have the time, and they keep coming back. Ultimately, you’re afraid they’ll never go away.
Everyone deserves a pest-free home. And we understand that your home has to be safe for you and your family. Free from any kind of insect, pest, or unwanted guest. We’ve helped create pest-free homes for 10,000+ customers, and we’re ready to help. We offer year-round pest services with safe products for the whole family and a guarantee that they’ll be out of your house for good.
