Ants are adaptable insects that use their ability to solve complex problems and adjust to nearly any environment found on Earth. Ant colonies inside a home can cause considerable frustration for homeowners.
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The average lifespan of a queen ant is between 15 and 20 years
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Ants are closely related to wasps and bees
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Queen ants are the largest ant in the colony
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Only 12,000 of the estimated 22,000 ant species have been identified
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Male ants do not participate in the typical colony activities; their sole job is the mate with the queen
Homeowners may find that they need help discovering how to get rid of ants; one way is to kill the queen ant, which will then kill off the entire colony. Ants can leave unsightly trails in homes while contaminating all types of foods. For the best strategy in how to get rid of ants, be sure to contact a professional pest exterminator.
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