Other Small Ants
There are many, many species of small ants whose control methods very according to their biology, feeding habits, and so forth. The sheer number of ant species make it impossible to present more that a small sample here.
 Argentine Ants
Argentine ants are fairly rare in Boston, but they do occur once in a while. They prefer sweet feeds like sugary candies, pancake syrup, honeydew, fruit juices, pastry fillings, etc. Their colonies can get quite large, making control more difficult and time-consuming.
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 Odorous House Ants
Odorous House Ants are named for the unpleasant odor that they give off when they are crushed. Like the Argentine ant, they tend to prefer sweeter foods. Unlike many other small ants who invade homes, odorous house ants tend to be seen inside more in the late fall and early winter, when their natural sources of food outside are less abundant. |
 Pharaoh Ants
Pharaoh Ants are very tiny, averaging about 1/16" in length. They will eat virtually anything, and are capable of foraging over a very wide range in search of food. They are very difficult to control, defying older methods of extermination. These ants call for professional pest management. |
 Thief Ants
Thief Ants are very tiny, sometimes as small as 1/20". They get their name from their habit of living in colonies of larger ants and feeding on their larvae. In homes, they prefer fatty or greasy foods like cheese, buttery pastries, meat, lard, and some pet foods. |
 Citronella Ants
Citronella Ants are about 1/8" to 3/8" in length, and yellowish in color. They emit a distinct citronella-like scent, especially when they are crushed. They often live under slabs and may swarm inside homes once or twice a year. Homeowners may mistake them for termites, but citronella ants are harmless. The winged "swarmers" usually die shortly after emerging and do not require chemical control. |
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