Bull Ants Extermination
Bexley

Are Bull Ants Pestering Your Home?

The Bulldog Ant is one of the largest kinds of rodents in Australia and measures about 15-36mm long. It’s also known as Bull Ant or Jumper Ant, is red/black and has exceptionally long, straight, distinctive mandibles that make them recognisable with substantial eyes.

The Bull Ant forages for a protein based diet which predominantly contains other insects. They also enjoy nectar, seeds and fruits. Colonies tend to be small but the queen does invade other colonies and take them captive, killing the original queen.

Though ants are known to eat sweets, the Bull ant’s diet comprises mainly with protein, which they can get from other insects like bugs, etc.. They also enjoy consuming fruits, nectar and seeds. They also have the capability to invade other colonies. The queen can take over other colonies by killing the queen and make the other ants their captive.

Known for its aggressive nature, Bull Ants produce a potent, venom-filled bite which causes incredible pain for the victim. They are mainly vicious when they feel the nest is in danger. An allergic response or multiple bites in humans can lead to anaphylactic shock, which can be dangerous. The Bull ant mainly uses its venom to paralyse insect prey.

Have you spotted any bull ants?

If you’ve seen a few ants scuttling around on the ground, they may be just having a look around. However, they might be the indication of a bigger ant infestation. Make sure to keep these signs in mind when spotting ants:

Live ants

If you are seeing large numbers of live ants then you may well have an issue. If you find them in your kitchen or in areas in which you prepare food, then you need to do something about it quickly. Ant pathways – in and out of your home or premises are another sign. Some types of ants will lay down a pheromone trail to a food source. This chemical attracts other ants to obtain the food.

Ant Nest

Ants can live anywhere whether indoors or outdoors, but most of them have nests outside. On top of their nests are a small pile of dirt surrounding it. For Bull ants, they mostly live in hollow tree trunks, rotten logs and burrowed in bushy areas. Though some species of ant have homes in dark areas which are more difficult to spot.

How do you ant-proof your home?

Occasionally, there are instances where ants can come in and out of your region. They are attracted to sweet and sticky food that’s the reason it is important to keep your area mess-free. As a preventive measure, here are some ways where you can control ants from gaining entry at your dwelling.

• Keep your food and food storage clean and tightly sealed
• Clean food and liquid spills Immediately
• Clean food debris from under kitchen appliances
• Ensure garbage bins are shut and wet trash is disposed of immediately
• Keep compost piles covered
• Put away pet food as soon as your pet has finished eating

You can also seal small cracks and holes and any access points you can find in your home to prevent ants from gaining entry.

Our pest control technicians understand what is what when it comes to ant deterrents. They understand the customs of different types of ant and may offer the most suitable and effective solution. They also can allow you to remove fleas around your home or business. We ensure you that our remedies are individual and animal-safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the treatments you apply?

The security of your pet is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that the constituents active they may come into contact with, either when it is still wet or by inhaling or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we apply is usually employed in public areas like schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to humans.

What should I do if I happen to touch one of the areas that have been treated with a spray?

It’s only an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as quickly as you are able to. After a relatively short period in time carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and won’t be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the surface.

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