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You can help stop Argentine ants

Argentine ants on jam bait. Photo: copyright Landcare Research.
Argentine ants on jam bait

It is important to stop the spread of Argentine ants. You can help to ensure that they are not moved around, in particular by:

  • checking potted plants for ants before moving
  • checking garden soil and bark, and building materials before moving
  • checking camping gear, especially when you are moving in and around reserves
  • asking your retailer prior to purchasing goods whether they have Argentine ants and if they do, what treatment regime do they have in place to prevent them from spreading?
Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai