Fire ants don’t exist in Colorado

The closest confirmed infestations of fire ants are in eastern Oklahoma and extreme southern New Mexico, which are both close to the Colorado border.

In Colorado, what kind of ants can you find?

Our area of Colorado is home to a variety of ant species. Pavement ants, field ants, odorous house ants, and carpenter ants all have different characteristics, but they all have the ability to invade and cause problems for humans and pets.

Is there a fire ant problem in Denver?

Fire ants are not friendly, as anyone who has lived in Denver long enough knows. Despite their diminutive size, fire ants are vicious and capable of inflicting significant pain and discomfort. After a few bad encounters with them, you may begin to avoid any location that even appears to have fire ants.

Is there a difference between red ants and fire ants?

Is there a difference between red ants and fire ants? Fire ants are not all red ant species, and not all red ants are fire ants. True fire ants are red or reddish-brown in color and belong to the Solenopsis genus. The most common red ants in the United States are Red Imported Fire Ants (RIFA).

What state is free of fire ants?

In 1918, the black imported fire ant was accidentally imported from South America into Mobile, Alabama. It’s still only found in a few places in Mississippi and Alabama.

Is ant infestation a problem in Colorado?

Ants are most commonly a problem when they are discovered in people’s homes. Most ants found indoors in Colorado are foragers, looking for food or water in a home before returning to their outdoor colonies.

In Colorado, how do I get rid of ants?

If they become a problem, use boiling water or homemade vinegar sprays sprayed on the anthill or in cracks to reduce their numbers (not on or close to landscape plants). Salt sprinkled near doorways will deter them from entering the house.

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