Bull Ants Extermination
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Are Bull Ants Pestering Your Home?

The Bull ant is one in all the biggest estimated types of ants in Australia and generally measures about 15-36mm long. It’s also known as a Bull Ant or Jumper Ant, is dark red/dark in colour and has long, recognisable mandibles which make them instantly identifiable with big eyes.

The Bull Ant or bulldog ant is one of the most frequent ant species in Australia as they measure around 15 to 36 mm in length. They’re known to have two colours, black and red and has a distinct appearance. They have straight and long mandibles and a stinger filled with venom and massive eyes.

Among the exclusive Australian ant species, they can be found all around the states. Generally, they are found outdoors and construct their homes underground. They can also build a nest in an drained tree trunk or spoiled log. Their nest is sometimes hard to locate as it includes a tiny opening which is covered with plants or debris. They will attack any intruder who approaches their dwelling.

Almost an exclusive Australian species, they are widely distributed across all countries. Bull ants are extremely competitive and are known to be great hunters of larger insects. They live mostly outdoors in vegetative areas like woods and build their nests underground or in hollow tree trunks and rotten log. The nest can be difficult to find since it as it features a small opening that’s covered In moss and debris. They will attack when they are threatened and intruders come near their nest.

Have you spotted any bull ants?

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

Presence of live ants

If you are seeing large numbers of live ants you might well have a problem. If you find them in your kitchen or in areas where you prepare food, then you want to do something about it fast. Ant pathways – in and outside 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

A nest site can look like a small pile of soil or dirt. Some species of ant like to make their home in walls or other quiet, dark places, which can be more challenging to spot.

How do you ant-proof your home?

Generally, ants come inside our property for meals. They are also attracted to sweet and sticky substances like sugar and chocolates. That is why it is important to keep your kitchen and dining room as clean as you can. As a preventative measure, here are a few ways where you can control ants from gaining entry at your dwelling.

• Keep your food and food storage clean and tightly sealed
• Keep your kitchen and dining area mess-free
• Maintain cleanliness of those under the kitchen appliances
• Ensure all garbage cans are tightly sealed
• Keep compost piles enclosed and covered
• Put away pet food as soon as your pet has finished eating

You can also help prevent ants entering your home by sealing access points such as cracks and crevices in the doorway and window frames.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatments you use?

The safety of your pets is very important to us. We can assure you that the active constituent that they may come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Does the spray pose harm to humans?

The spray we use is often used in public places such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects on humans.

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

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas are still damp. Should this happen, 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 been dissolved and will not be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

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