Ants are one of the most common household pests in North Carolina. The insects can be a year-round issue, but you’re more ...

Three species of fire ants have been found in North Carolina: red imported fire ants, black fire ants, and hybrid fire ants. Red imported fire ants are the most common fire ant species in North ...

Spring weather is here to stay bringing a pesky, stinging insect with it. See what we know about the fire ant and how to ...

“We also have Argentine ants in North Carolina ... but they can be incredibly pesky and hard to deal with.” Fire ants are a nasty pest that some newcomers might not be used to.

and fire ants, known for their red color and affinity for building large mounds in yards that can be dangerous, Hayes said. “We also have Argentine ants in North Carolina, which are a species ...