Their body is brown to black, and are approximately 1/16 – 1/8 inch in length. Their antennae have 12 segments and are without a club. They received their name because when crushed they give off a pungent odor.
Read about other types of ants to see which one you might have!
Number of Legs: 6 Legs
Wings: No
Antenna: Antenna
Tail: No
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Termite infestations can severely damage the structural stability of a home without anyone even knowing before it’s too late. In fact, termites cause more than $5 billion dollars in property damage each year, making vigilance of the utmost importance. View this infographic to learn about the top five signs of a termite infestation in the home.
The spring season is a time when all members of the family, including pets, wander outdoors to enjoy the sunshine and blossoming flowers. Unfortunately, it’s also prime pest season, which means pets are at risk of encountering hungry fleas and ticks that are in search of active hosts. As such, A1 Exterminators, a pest management company servicing Massachusetts, Southern…
Rodents, spiders and a slew of other pests can make themselves at home in the basement. The main reason that pests often take up refuge in this underground space is because this room tends to harbor dark corners and clutter, which provides the ideal place for rodents and spiders to hide. 
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There are few things hated more than a cockroach sighting in the home. A1 Exterminators warns that these pests can pose a significant threat to health and homes, and offers cleaning tips for homeowners to help prevent an infestation.
“Often times when people are experiencing allergy and asthma symptoms, they automatically chalk it up to the time of year without…
Many spring pests like cockroaches and silverfish are attracted to moisture, so they are commonly found in bathrooms. Eliminating sources of water in the bathroom 
is the best way to prevent pest infestations, especially because this pest can only survive for one week without water.
In addition to washing the shower curtain…
2018 may be “the year of the dog,” but April could certainly be considered the month of springtime pests, especially ants, according to A1 Exterminators. When the flowers bloom and temperatures rise, ants often march indoors in search of a consistent food and water supply, making pest-proofing the home a much-needed spring task.
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