Ants are very social insects and are related to bees and wasps. This happened some 129 million years ago when they lost their wings. There are more than 21,000 species of Ants.

They can be identified by their antennae; Ants form colonies that can range in size from a few dozen to millions. Ants are organised within these colonies consisting of workers and soldiers, who all work together to form a very successful entity working for the Queen and to support the colony.

Ants have colonized almost every land mass in the world and can adapt very quickly to varying climates. They have the ability to quickly tap into resources and defend themselves against predators

However, their ability to exploit resources brings Ants into conflict with humans, as they can damage crops and invade buildings.

Ant infestation in the kitchen where food is served or prepared presents a health hazard. They often get into food containers and contaminate food and preparation surfaces in their efforts to find food and take it back to the nest. The Ants may well have walked on contaminated matter before they ever get to the food preparation and storage areas.

In commercial kitchens, or public eating areas, Ant infestations can be disastrous for hygiene and reputation, especially if they decide to swarm at the wrong time. It makes sense to control these pests properly in sensitive environments.

There are Several Stinging Ants in the UK, but rarely cause more than a little irritation. However, now you can easily prevent the Ant invasion with the help of Pest-Mortem