Ants are a nuisance to many homeowners, and most people don’t hesitate to reach out to their local exterminators to get rid of them. Many of us assume all ants are the same. However, when comparing ...

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A group of red ants forming a bridge across two leaves. - Fermate/Getty Images Although scientists have identified over 12,000 species of ants, you'll be relieved to know that only a few are likely to ...

Ant infestations are one of the most common issues facing homeowners, ranging from small kitchen trails to carpenter ant colonies hidden in structural wood. The spread can be fast, and the damage ...

A small species of Japanese dogbane plant has learned a neat trick. Its flowers smell like ants that have been attacked and injured, then that odor attracts tiny flies that end up carrying its pollen ...