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Very often, ants settle in the walls of our homes. We must therefore act before the invasion becomes too large to be controlled. Here is the rice method to eliminate ants from your home in just a few minutes.
Rice against ants
Ants are among the most common insects in Italian homes. They are small animals that may seem harmless at first glance, but in reality they present more than one danger. Ants are capable of forming real colonies, which can be very difficult to eradicate. Ants have a queen who is responsible for laying eggs. Then there are the ants who take care of building the anthill and providing provisions for the winter. Although most ants are harmless, these small animals can transmit many diseases. In fact, they are common in very dirty environments and can even pass through sewer pipes. Let’s discover together some tips to ward them off.
What attracts ants?
Ants are small insects that hibernate during the winter. This is precisely why their presence is more visible in spring and summer, as they go in search of supplies at this time of year. These insects have a very developed sense of smell, which is why they can detect odors even from great distances.
How to keep ants away
There are large quantities of food in homes and this is precisely why these very small animals are attracted to us. Ants have a great preference for food, especially sweet foods such as honey, fruit and sugar. They then usually seek refuge in homes, as they can have inexhaustible water reserves. In fact, ants can differ depending on the species.
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