Ants and Anthills

Ants are social insects belonging to the family Formicidae. They are characterized by their segmented body, their head with antennae and mandibles, and their ability to move quickly using their six legs.

Ants generally live in organized colonies, where each individual has a specific role to play in collecting food, protecting the colony, and maintaining the nest.

Controlling ants can be difficult, as they can be very persistent and move quickly between different parts of the garden. Steinernema feltiae nematodes can be used to control ants by infecting and killing larvae and young adults. The nematodes move through the soil in search of their prey, enter their bodies and kill them within a few days.

When using nematodes to control ants, it is important to ensure that the conditions are optimal for the nematodes, such as an appropriate temperature and sufficient soil moisture. Additionally, it is important to follow the product's application instructions to ensure maximum effectiveness.