Odorous House Ant

Odorous House Ants are scavenger/predator ants that will eat most household foods, especially those that contain sugar.

 

SIZE:

These ants range in length from 1/16 to 1/8 inches.

DESCRIPTION:

They range in color from brown to black.

HABITAT:

Indoors the Odorous house ant will make their nests near heat sources on in insulation. In hot dry situations, nests have been found in house plants. Outdoors they tend tp make their nests under rocks and exposed soil.

LIFE CYCLE:

Typical time to adult phase of development is 34–38 days.

PREVENTION:

These ants are not hard to control if detected early. Most store bought ant killers will solve an Odorous house ant problem. Standing water should be eliminated becuase these ants are attracted to water. Keep tree branches and plants trimmed back so they aren’t touching your house. Fill cracks in your foundation and make sure firewood and building materials are not stored near your home.