Behavior –  Crazy ants may develop huge colonies containing thousands of workers and numerous queens.

Habitat –  Crazy ants are common in all the Gulf Coast states from Florida to Texas. These ants nest outdoors under items on the ground, within landscape mulch, beneath loose bark on trees, under ground cover, in potted plants, and within piles of items, such as lumber, firewood, or bricks. Nests may readily be established inside homes in walls, beneath carpeting, and in other suitable voids or spaces.

Tips for Control –  This species may be difficult to control and does not feed much on ant baits. The keys to control are to find the colonies and subcolonies and treat them directly. Regular inspections and service are necessary to find and treat new colonies as they move from neighboring properties. The services of a professional, such as Carson, are very helpful when encountering these ants.