Rasberry Crazy Ants: A Southeast Texas Menace
Posted on Wed, Aug 25, 2010
Why Should I Be Concerned?
Rasberry crazy ants have made the news since they first showed up on the scene in Southeast Texas back in 2002. Unlike other species of ants, rasberry crazy ants often gather in large groups inside electrical equipment. This can cause short circuits, power outages, and other electrical dilemmas, costing homeowners hundreds if not thousands of dollars in repairs.
How to Identify Rasberry Crazy Ants
Rasberry ants are dark reddish-brown in color and grow to about 1/8-inch in length. They tend to appear in large groups underneath rocks, wood, and debris. They do not build typical ant beds and instead stay hidden below ground, often near objects that contain moisture.
Rasberry crazy ants are most active in the Spring and Summer, so now is the best time to spot them. Thought to be native to South America, they are common in Southeast Texas, including Houston and its surrounding counties.
How to Control Rasberry Crazy Ants
Traditional home pest control products have had little, if any, effect on controlling rasberry crazy ant infestations. Experts suggest that you contact a professional pest control company to handle the problem. John Moore Services has over 45 years experience helping Texans eliminate unwanted pests from their homes and offices and can ensure your property remains free of rasberry crazy ants.
Don't wait until rasberry crazy ants take over your home or office. Schedule your in-home appointment with John Moore today!
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