Here's a look at the three species of fire ants found in the Tar Heel State. More: Aggressive behavior, crossbreeding are ...

Red and black fire ants are common in NC and can cause anaphylactic shock especially for vulnerable kids, elderly, and pets.

Ants are one of the most common household pests in North Carolina. The insects can be a year-round issue, but you’re more ...

Researchers thought colder temperatures and higher elevations could stop the march of invasive fire ants across NC. Mother ...

The most efficient method of controlling fire ants is the application of ant bait ... maps generated by geographical information system software were used to estimate locations of fire ant nests. Maps ...

Here’s what you need to know. Fire ants (Solenopsis invicta) are a type of ant most commonly found in South America, especially in Argentina, Paraguay, and other nearby countries. However ...

The stinging fire ants were initially introduced to the United States from South America via the port of Mobile. In 1953, the Department of Agriculture carried out its first official survey ...