Pharaoh ants are tiny, no bigger than a sesame seed—just about 1/16 inch long. They have a reddish-yellow color, almost like honey, and a pale, almost translucent abdomen. Their small size and light color make them a bit sneaky, so they’re often harder to spot than other ants.
Pharaoh ants aren’t particular. They will eat nearly anything - sweets, greasy foods, meat, even pet food. Outdoors, they consume nectar, honeydew, and fruit.
While Pharaoh ants won’t sting you, they can still cause some serious problems. They’re carriers of germs and bacteria, which means they can contaminate food and surfaces. So, while they might not physically harm you, they can pose health risks, especially in kitchens or hospitals.
Pharaoh ants often nest in hidden, hard-to-reach spots. You’ll often find their nests in places like cracks in walls, behind appliances, under floors, and in the tiniest crevices around homes and buildings.
As with other ant species, pharaoh ants enter homes through cracks, gaps, and other openings on the outside of the structure, such as cracks in foundations, openings around pipes and other utilities, and gaps around doors and windows.
Pharoah ants are not solitary, so you’ll likely see several at a time. They tend to scatter in small trails, often leading to spaces out of sight. Of course, this can describe other ants, so if you see any kind of ant activity in your home or business, contact a professional exterminator.
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Prevention starts with keeping your home clean. Wipe down surfaces to remove crumbs, store food in sealed containers, and take care of spills right away. Also, seal up cracks and crevices where they could sneak in. If you have leaky faucets or water sources, fix them—Pharaoh ants love moisture. Keeping your home less inviting for them goes a long way in stopping an infestation before it starts.
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