PEST STATS

Color:Light brown to black, sometimes multicolored

Legs: 6

Shape: Long, segmented; heart-shaped abdomen

Size: 1/16-1/8(2.5-4mm)

Antennae:Yes

QUICK OVERVIEW:

The ant life cycle has four distinct and very different life stages: egg, larvae, pupae and adult. This is known as complete metamorphosis. It generally takes from several weeks to several months to complete the life cycle, depending upon the ant species and environmental factors.Ants may enter your house foraging for food or seeking shelter. Understanding the behavior of ants will help you with the recommended pest control procedures outlined here. They enter through the smallest openings, foraging for water or food. They are in search of either sweet based food or protein/grease based foods