The number of people stung by red fire ants in Australia has increased significantly in past weeks, with 23 people requiring ...

Ants may also come inside in search of water, particularly when the weather is hot. Some species prefer to build their nests ...

Australia is grappling with a surge in venomous red fire ant populations after heavy rains forced them above ground. These ...

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If left unchecked, Aussie doctors and hospitals could see an extra 100,000 medical appointments each year, experts warn.

The number of people stung by red fire ants in Australia has increased significantly in past weeks, with 23 people requiring hospital treatment since the beginning of March, according to national ...

Red fire ants are among the world's most invasive species. - Wirestock/iStockphoto/Getty Images ...