This article details the current interest in crazy ants: how to identify them, general information and how to manage them.

Identification, biology, and treatment of Little Black Ants.

Identification, biology and treatment of pavement ants

Identification, biology and treatment of the elongate twig ant.

Acrobat ants, Crematogaster spp., are small (2-4mm) ants that appear to be all the same size. The abdomen is heart-shaped when viewed from above and the heads are round.

Identification, biology and treatment of the crazy ant in structures.

Big-headed ants are small to large ants (2-8mm) that appear to have many sizes.

Identification, biology and treatment of the Pharaoh Ant

Identification, biology and treatment of Cardiocondyla nuda.

Ants range from mildly to highly annoying. Knowing the species, biology and control can help you manage them. This is a useful reference for pest management professionals, extension personnel and homeowners. A key to ants, color photographs, diagrams and a glossary are included. Spiral bound copies are available for $10 each. To purchase using a check, use the pdf order form. To purchase with a credit card, click on "order publication."