Red imported fire ants are an invasive species from South America. They cover a large area of North America where they have few natural enemies.
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Yes. Some species of fire (red) ants are found in Illinois. However, the Red Imported Fire Ant has not yet reached Illinois.
they eat the moss and lichen on trees
Imported red fire ants are typically on the secondary consumer trophic level, as they primarily consume other insects and small invertebrates.
they live in south america,brazil in the amazon river area.
'Fire ants' generally refer to ants in the genus Solenopsis, or Wasmannia auropunctata (the 'little fire ant').'Red ants' is a common name that is applied to a wide variety of red colored ants. It is occasionally used for 'red imported fire ants' (Solenopsis invicta), but also applied to red harvester ants, the 'European fire ant' (Myrmica rubra), and a number of other ant species. The usage is generally regional.
Red imported fire ant was created in 1972.
red imported fire ants eat lots larvae and termites, but not wood side note: when they sting you they will first bite you (this does not inject venom) to get a good hold and then jab their stinger in, if you can knock them off before they sting you then you can make it out scotch free but if not well you know...
Red imported fire ant.
Florida is numerous amounts of red (fire) ants
Yes, fire ants are present in Cuba, particularly the red imported fire ant (Solenopsis invicta). These ants are known for their aggressive behavior and painful stings. They have established populations in various regions of the country, impacting local ecosystems and agriculture. Their presence poses challenges for both residents and wildlife in affected areas.
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