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Singapore ants

(Monomorium destructor) Summary Singapore ants (Monomorium destructor) are an introduced species to Australia and are mainly a pest in north Western

Australia. However during summer, these ants have

caused problems in the Perth area.

Where are they found?

Singapore ants have become well adapted to living with humans. In infested areas these ants can be found outside and throughout the home , foraging for sugar, fat and protein rich food.

Damage

The se ants can chew through fabric, insulation and rubber goods, causing damage to homes, cars and electrical appliances. Treatment

Granular baits containing hydramethylnon are

recommended for control and are registered for Singapore ants. These products can be purchased from garden centres, hardware stores and agricultural chemical retailers. Read label and apply as directed. Factsheet

Contact

Pest and Disease Information Service

(PaDIS)

Call: (08) 9368 3080

Email: padis@dprid.wa.gov.au

Singapore ants (Monomorium destructor)

(photo: PaDIL)

July 2018

Ants to watch out for

Red imported fire ants,

yellow crazy ants, electric ants and carpenter ants, all pose a serious social, economic and environmental threat to Western Australia. If you suspect you have these ants or any ants you haven't seen before, please contact us on freecall 1800 084 881.

Black carpenter ant (Camponotus

pennsylvanicus) (photo: PaDIL), red imported fire ant, electric ant (photo:

PaDIL), yellow crazy ant

(photo: PaDIL)

Exotic threats

The following ants could impact on our outdoor lifestyle and Western Australia's agricultural and food industries.

Carpenter ants: Elsewhere in the world there are

Camponotus species that are pests of timber and like termites, if left unchecked can cause extensive damage to structural timber and furniture. Red imported fire ants (Solenopsis invicta): One of the most serious ant pests in the world. These ants are aggressive, particularly near the nest and inflict a painful sting.

They are

present in south east

Queensland and

they could accidently be imported into

Western Australia.

Electric ants

(Wasmannia auropunctata): One of the world's worst invasive species, with a painful sting that will impact on outdoor lifestyle, the environment and agricultu ral industries. These ants are currently in northern Queensland and eradication efforts are underway. Yellow crazy ants (Anoplolepis gracilipes): Ability to spray formic acid which cause s burning and irritates the skin and eyes of animals and humans.

Found in the

Pacific region and on Christmas Island, this ant has also spread extensively since arriving in Queensland. Under the Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Act 2007
(BAM Act) administered by the Department of

Agriculture and Food, the introduction

of these ants into Western Australia is prohibited and control measures must be taken to prevent them entering and establishing in the State. If you think you have seen any of the above ant species please call the Pest and Disease Information Service on

1800 084 881.

Important disclaimer:

The Chief Executive Officer of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD)

and the State of Western Australia accept no liability whatsoever by reason of negligence or otherwise

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