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Fire Ant

Fire Ant

Solenopsis invicta

Order: Hymenoptera
High Risk

Description

Fire ants are aggressive, reddish-brown ants known for their painful stings. They build large mound nests in open areas and attack in large numbers when disturbed. Their stings cause a burning sensation and can trigger allergic reactions.

Habitat & Distribution

Lawns, gardens, parks, and agricultural fields. They build visible mound nests.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous - seeds, plants, insects, and small animals.

Behavior & Life Cycle

Highly aggressive when disturbed. They attack in swarms, each ant stinging multiple times.
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