Fire ants have been in eastern Virginia for many years. A new type of fire ant has now been confirmed in parts of Southwest ...

Residents in Queensland's fire ant suppression zone are pleading for help, saying nest numbers and attacks on humans and ...

Fringe groups opposing a national plan to stop the spread of “super pest” the fire ant have been likened to anti-vaxxers and ...

In most cases, fire ant bites cause a burning sensation that lasts about an hour and can create blisters and pustules. The National Allergy Centre of Excellence, Australia’s peak allergy ...

Bites from Pharaoh ants usually go away on their own and do not require treatment, but treatments are available to alleviate your symptoms if they cause discomfort. Most treatment options are ...

Animals such as dogs and horses are susceptible to red fire ant bites. Supplied: Invasive Species Council Australia has contained the species in southeast Queensland for 20 years, however ...

All right, it’s official. I’ve got spring fever. I’ve now seen every sign that foretells spring’s arrival: bumble bees, ...

Learn more about ingrown hairs. Share on Pinterest The itching from a fire ant bite can last up to 7 days. Several types of insect bites can result in a red or discolored bump on the skin.

Stepping on a fire ant hill, sometimes referred to as a mound, can mean almost immediate pain as the fire ants bite you in an attempt to protect their home. If you do step on a fire ant hill, it’s ...