Like mercenaries of the natural world, fire ants are hardy, resilient, and vicious. They’ve become an invasive species thanks ...

The discovery of a fire ant nest at Tweed Heads on the NSW far north coast has prompted a quick response from authorities.

Virginia has expanded its Imported Fire Ant Quarantine zone to include Petersburg and surrounding areas due to a growing infestation. Imported fire ants, originally from South America, pose risks to ...

The red imported fire ant has arrived in Franklin County as the species continues its spread north. Nearby Patrick County is now under quarantine to prevent its spread. The Virginia Cooperative ...

While not aggressive like the fire ant, the Asian needle ant's sting can bring intense pain that comes and goes over several hours or even days. Meet the Asian needle ant. Better yet, try to avoid it.

5. Vinegar Solution Fire ants were accidentally introduced in the US in the 1930s. ©Scott Bauer / Public domain, from Wikimedia Commons, the free media repository - Original / License ...

Fire ant stings tend to cause a sharp, intense pain right away, which fades fairly quickly. The sting from an Asian needle ant can come back hours, or even days later, Williams said.

You may have heard that fire ants are on the move, and spreading in parts of Southside and Southwest Virginia. There’s ...

While not aggressive like the fire ant, the Asian needle ant's sting can bring intense pain that comes and goes over several hours or even days. Meet the Asian needle ant. Better yet, try to avoid it.

Meet the Asian needle ant. Better yet, try to avoid it. It's scientific name says it all: Brachyponera chinensis — roughly translated as "short, wicked ant from China." The stinging, carnivorous ...

Dear Heloise: If fire ants bite you, do this: Immediately dip the end of a cotton swab in itching cream and apply it to the bite. Instant relief! -- Gloria Gauntt, via email ...