00:00Invasive stinging ants threaten southern communities and ecosystems.
00:05A red imported fire ant swarm covers a cracked sidewalk.
00:09Invasive stinging ants spread through yards, parks, fields, sidewalks, and warm southern soil.
00:16Asian needle ants crawl through leaf litter, carrying painful stings that can trigger serious allergic reactions.
00:23Red imported fire ants build mounds and lawns, then swarm when shoes or paws disturb the nest.
00:30Worker ants march along pavement cracks, entering picnic areas, playground edges, and garden beds.
00:36A pet dog sniffs a mound, then jumps back as ants climb through fur.
00:41Homeowners find ant trails near patios, mulch, tree roots, and damp soil after warm rain.
00:48Invasive ants compete with native ants, attack small animals, and disrupt backyard food chains.
00:54Pest crews inspect parks and neighborhoods, tracking nests where children, pets, and gardeners walk.
01:00Warm winters, shipped plants, soil movement, and landscaping materials can help ants reach new places.
01:08Stings, mounds, sidewalks, mulch, and leaf litter make tiny insects a visible public warning.
01:14A red ant mound breaks open while hundreds of workers pour across the dirt.
01:19A red ant mound breaks open while hundreds of workers pour across the dirt.
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