Examining the Cow Killer
The look of a cow killer, or red velvet ant, is enough to make some people run in fear. With a distinct red and black pattern, this insect is not actually an ant but a solitary wasp. This means that...
Ants Found in Oklahoma
Oklahomans aren’t strangers to ant problems. Unpredictable weather patterns make this region incredibly hospitable to these tiny, yet plentiful pests. Though many species are similar in behavior different castes can be found by species and different prevention and control methods...
Risks Associated with Red Imported Fire Ants
Red imported fire ants are not native to the United States although they are relatively widespread within the southeastern region of the country. The red imported fire ant arrived in the 1930s from Brazil and has remained fairly unchecked, leading...
Pesky, Destructive Carpenter Ants
To kick off National Safety Month, which lasts the entire month of June, we spent some time last week talking about all the different ways in which pest control is a safety issue, not just an aesthetic issue. From venomous pests...
4 Tips to Prevent Autumn Ants
No one wants ants showing up to their Thanksgiving table. Homeowners can find themselves with an ant problem in the fall just as easily as in the spring and summer. We tend to notice an influx of ants coming into...
The Yellow Meadow Ant In Oklahoma
The Yellow Meadow Ant (known locally as the Amber Meadow Ant) is one of the most common types of ants found in Central Europe but they are occasionally found in the United States. We've seen them pop up from time...
Types of Common Local Ants
It seems that most of Oklahoma is drying out from the unseasonably rainy summer that we had this year. With the higher temperatures and the ground water drying up, you're likely to notice an influx of ants marching into your...
Spring Ants in Oklahoma: Prevention Tips
Now that spring has officially sprung, little armies of ants are out in droves. It's time to shape up and get to work preventing these pests from invading your home! Take the proper precautions to prevent ants or else your...
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