Pharaoh Ant
Pharaoh ants are small but highly invasive pests that can quickly establish large colonies inside homes and businesses.
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What do these Ants look like?
These ants are tiny, about 1.5–2 mm in length, with a yellowish to light brown body and a darker abdomen.
Quick information about Pharaoh Ant
- USUALLY FOUND IN: Homes, hospitals, restaurants, apartments, and commercial buildings
- FEEDS ON: Sweets, proteins, grease, dead insects, and household food scraps
- BITES/STINGS: Does not sting; rarely bites, but not harmful to humans
- SIZE/COLOR: 1.5–2 mm in length; yellow to light brown with a darker abdomen
- SEASON: Active year-round, especially in heated indoor environments
- TREATABLE AT HOME: Difficult to control without professional treatment due to their complex colony structure
Information About Pharaoh Ant
Pharaoh ants are known for their ability to form massive colonies with multiple queens, making them one of the hardest ant species to eliminate. Unlike many other ants that establish a single nest, Pharaoh ants create multiple satellite colonies, which allows them to spread quickly throughout a building. This makes DIY treatments ineffective, as disturbing the colony can cause it to split and relocate rather than be eradicated.
These ants are particularly problematic in hospitals, restaurants, and apartment buildings, where they can contaminate food and surfaces. Because they feed on a variety of organic materials, including sugary foods, proteins, and even dead insects, they are commonly found in kitchens, pantries, and bathrooms. Their preference for warm, humid areas means they often nest inside walls, electrical outlets, and other hidden spaces.
Pharaoh ants do not sting and rarely bite, but they can pose health risks by spreading bacteria such as Salmonella and Streptococcus, especially in healthcare settings. Traditional ant sprays often make infestations worse by causing the colony to scatter and form new nests elsewhere in the building.
To effectively eliminate Pharaoh ants, professional pest control is required. Avayda Pest Control uses specialized baiting strategies that target the entire colony, including hidden nests, to ensure complete removal. Our treatments are designed to prevent reinfestation and provide long-term protection against these persistent pests.
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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.
