red imported fire ant
Solenopsis invicta

About red imported fire ant
red imported fire ant (Solenopsis invicta) is found in Middle Tennessee yards and landscapes. Fire ant mounds can appear rapidly in lawns, garden beds, and along hardscapes. Professional treatment provides effective, long-lasting control.
red imported fire ant (Solenopsis invicta) 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 red imported fire ant 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
- red imported fire ant
- Scientific Name
- Solenopsis invicta
- Category
- Fire Ant
- Region
- Middle Tennessee