Workers

About Workers

Workers of fire ants (Solenopsis invicta) are small, reddish-brown insects measuring about 1/8 inch long, responsible for foraging and colony maintenance. They aggressively defend their nests, which are commonly found in sunny lawns and open areas around Columbia and other Middle Tennessee communities, delivering painful stings that can cause swelling and allergic reactions. Effective management is crucial to protect your lawn and outdoor living spaces from these persistent pests.

Workers 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 Workers 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.