Researchers thought colder temperatures and higher elevations could stop the march of invasive fire ants. Mother Nature had other ideas.

Asian needle ants, an invasive species making news around the country, were found in Providence in 2015, but there's no sign ...

Asian needle ants have been linked to multiple cases of life-threatening reactions and the mysterious ants keep spreading.

Mellissa Hairston has been living in the Atlanta area for 15 years. But it wasn’t until Memorial Day 2024, while soaking up the sun from her Milton home’s ...

The Asian needle ant is raising health concerns due to its venomous sting which can in some instances trigger anaphylactic shock, according to new research from the University of Georgia. First ...

Venomous Asian needle ants are spreading in the US. They're already in Mississippi. The sting hurts more than fire ants, can kill. What you need to know ...

Watch out for these sneaky ants in Athens backyards that pack a mean punch.The invasive Asian needle ant is taking over the ...

The Asian needle ant, a small but venomous insect, is making its presence known across the Southeast, prompting concern from experts at the University of Georgia. According to Dan Suiter, an Orkin ...

Dan Suiter, Orkin Distinguished Professor of urban entomology at the University of Georgia, in comments to ABC News: "In 25 years, I've had one phone call from an individual who was stung by a ...

A “sneaky” invasive species with a poison sting capable of sending some people to the hospital continues to spread across the United States, experts warn. Asian needle ants were first detected in the ...

Victims can also develop skin reactions like hives, itching and flushed or pale skin. In more serious cases, stings can ...