Ants are one of the most common pests that invade our houses but Broken Arrow pest control has the expertise to remove them effectively. Ants pose a significant threat to both property and our health. For example, fire ants have painful stings that can cause significant allergic reactions in humans and pets. Carpenter ants on the other hand causes structural damage to home structures by hollowing out wood to make their nests. Ants make large colonies that have sophisticated structures making it difficult to control the infestation. To effectively remove them, professionals like Broken Arrow pest control will take care of the problem.
Ant soldier
Ant soldiers are an important part of the ant colony and they are tasked with the protection of the colony from any external threat. They are usually larger than the worker ants and they protect the colony with their large mandibles or stingers. The soldier ants have larger heads and a strong body compared to the other ants. This physical advantage allows them to protect the colony from predators.
The life cycle of a soldier ant begins as an egg laid by the queen. After hatching the larva goes through multiple molts to become an adult ant soldier. The ant’s role is determined by the colony’s needs and the queen’s chemical signals.
Ants soldiers use their powerful mandibles to bite and crush the invaders. Fire ants inject venom with their stingers to cause significant pain to fend off the enemy. Soldiers usually work together to scare away the intruders forming a line of defense. They use pheromones to coordinate their attraction and signal reinforcement if needed.
Ant soldiers guard important resources such as food supplies and protect the queen’s chamber. They are always on watch and if they detect any threat they take prompt action. The aggressiveness of ants varies according to the species. For instance, fire ants are very aggressive while the carpenter ants focus on nest building. So, if you want to keep your home ant free consider calling Broken Arrow pest control.
Ant removal and Broken Arrow pest control
Broken Arrow pest control will use different methods to remove ants. They use bait stations to attract the ants to come out and take the insecticide-mixed bait to their colony. They share the bait with other ants including the ants effectively killing the entire colony. Chemical treatment is another method Broken Arrow pest control uses. Insecticides are placed around the house which prevents the ants from coming inside. We also provide natural eco-friendly alternatives such as essential oils or diatomaceous earth to repel or kill ants without harmful chemicals. Check out our reviews!
If you’re having trouble with ants, or any other pests, then it’s time to call a Broken Arrow pest control company that can help you. Here at TermMax Pest Control, we are the best in the business when it comes to dealing with ants, or any other pests. We service the greater Tulsa area, including Broken Arrow, Coweta, Claremore, Catoosa, Owasso, Turley, Bixby, Jenks, Sand Springs, Sapulpa, Prattville, and so much more. Call today for a free estimate. We’re here to help!
