Mix 1 tablespoon of peanut butter with 2 tablespoons of borax and 1 teaspoon of water. When you see ants around your home, sprinkle this mixture on cardboard and place it there. Anthracnose, which causes death when eaten by ants in Florida, is carried back by many of the species that live in the state.

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Is it normal to have ants in your house in Florida?

Most homes in Florida have ant infestations. Pharaoh, carpenter, odorous, sugar, and black ants are among the most common ants. The first step in figuring out a solution to this problem is figuring out what species you’re up against.

What are the very tiny ants in Florida?

Sugar ants in South Florida are the most common pests we get calls about from new clients. About 90% of the time, these sugar ants are actually Ghost Ants or Big Headed Ants, according to our investigation. Ghost ants are extremely small and difficult to spot (hence the name.)

What smells do ants hate?

However, there are a few smells that ants cannot stand, and which may keep them away from your kitchen. That’s not what I’m talking about. Scents such as cinnamon, lavender, eucalyptus, peppermint, and garlic have all been shown to repel ants.