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Animal facts · Central Mississippi

Ants and Fire Ants

What to know about ants and fire ants in Mississippi, the problems they cause around homes and businesses, and when to call Critter Control of Central Mississippi.

About ants and fire ants

What to know about ants and fire ants

Due to their colony-based living structures, eliminating ants from your home can be challenging.  Argentine ants, also known as black ants, often create satellite colonies in nearby yards or buildings, allowing them to quickly re-establish in your home even after one colony is treated.

Fire ants, and other outdoor-indoor ant species, require specific treatment strategies depending on the location of their mound and the season.  For example, fire ants may need different approaches in summer versus winter due to changes in their behavior and mound location.

A winged ant in close-up

Getting help

When to call Critter Control

If managing an ant infestation feels overwhelming, you don’t have to handle it alone. Critter Control of Central Mississippi specializes in ant infestations and offers expert solutions to quickly and effectively resolve the issue.

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Published by Critter Control of Central Mississippi. Last reviewed 24 September 2026. Every property is different, and a technician on site can tell you what you are dealing with. Call (601) 745-2193 or send us a message.

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