Myrmecinae
Imported fire ant (Solenopsis invicta) 10S Ante
About Myrmecinae
Known for their aggressive behavior and painful stings, imported fire ants (Solenopsis invicta) are reddish-brown insects that build large mound nests in lawns and open areas throughout Middle Tennessee, including Columbia and Franklin. They damage turf by disturbing soil and can pose a risk to children and pets. Effective control measures are essential to protect your lawn and family from their harmful stings.
Myrmecinae (Imported fire ant (Solenopsis invicta) 10S Ante) is a fire ant commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Fire Ants identification guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter Myrmecinae regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Myrmecinae
- Scientific Name
- Imported fire ant (Solenopsis invicta) 10S Ante
- Category
- Fire Ant
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
