Pavement ants get their name because they make their nests in or
under cracks in pavement. They can infest structures.
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These ants will eat almost anything, including insects, seeds,
honeydew, honey, bread, meats, nuts and cheese.
These ants live in or under pavement cracks.
These ants do not pose a public health risk, but they can
contaminate food and should be avoided.
Eliminate standing water. Pests, such as ants, are attracted to
moisture. Keep tree branches and other plants cut back from the
house. Sometimes pests use these branches to get into your home.*
Make sure that there are no cracks or little openings around your
house. Sometimes pests use these to get into your home. Make sure
that firewood and building materials are not stored next to your
home. Pests like to build nests in stacks of wood.