- Draws in and eliminates various types of household ants, such as acrobat, crazy, ghost, little black, odorous house, pavement, and other sweet-eating species
- Eradicates both visible ants and those concealed within the colony as they distribute the bait among themselves
- Rapid action, with a noticeable reduction in ant activity observed within days
- Conveniently prepped for immediate use; simply position the bait stations and observe them attract and eradicate the entire ant population
- Applicable for use in different areas of your household, including along baseboards, in corners, on countertops, and more
Product information
These baits are easy to use and are suitable for various types of household ants, including common species like acrobat ants, crazy ants, ghost ants, and others. Simply place the baits in areas where ants are active, such as along ant trails or near entry points into your home, and let the bait do its work.
TERRO Liquid Ant Baits are a popular choice for homeowners looking for a safe and effective solution to ant infestations.
How Liquid Ant Bait Works
Liquid ant bait works by attracting ants to consume a sweet liquid that contains a slow-acting poison, typically a compound like borax. Here's how it typically works:
- Attractant: The bait contains ingredients that appeal to ants, usually sugars or other sweet substances. This attracts foraging ants to investigate the bait stations.
- Consumption: Ants discover the bait and consume it. Initially, some ants may return to the colony with the bait, while others consume it directly at the bait station.
- Sharing: As ants return to the colony, they regurgitate the bait and share it with other ants, including the queen and larvae. This process is crucial because it allows the toxic substance to spread throughout the colony.
- Delayed Effect: The poison in the bait acts slowly, allowing the ants to carry it back to the colony before it starts to take effect. This ensures that the bait reaches the queen and other members of the colony, including those hidden in inaccessible areas.
- Colony Elimination: Over time, the poison disrupts the ants' digestive systems, leading to their eventual demise. Because ants in the colony share food resources, the poison spreads effectively, ultimately leading to the elimination of the entire colony, including the queen.
- Control: As the colony population decreases, ant activity around the bait stations diminishes. This reduction in activity indicates the effectiveness of the bait in controlling the ant infestation.
Overall, liquid ant bait offers a targeted and systematic approach to ant control, effectively eliminating both the visible ants and the colony hidden within your home.
Preparation: Start by cleaning up any food sources that might attract ants, like crumbs or spills. Also, avoid placing the bait where you've recently used insecticides, as this might deter ants from the bait stations.
Setting Up: Hold the bait station firmly, with the bait pack tab facing upward. Snap off the tab carefully to avoid spilling the bait. Then, place the bait station label side up on a flat surface near areas where you've noticed ant activity. You can also set up additional bait stations at other entry points around your home. Using all the bait stations ensures there's enough supply for the ants.
Monitoring: Keep an eye on the bait stations regularly, but resist the urge to interfere with them or the ants. Replace the bait stations when the bait is all used up. It might take some time, typically 2 to 4 weeks, to achieve complete control over the ant population.
Maintenance: Once you've got the ants under control, remember to replace the baits every 3 months to prevent them from coming back.
By following these simple steps, you can effectively use TERRO Liquid Ant Baits to tackle ant problems in your home and keep them at bay for the long term.
Recommended Placement
For optimal effectiveness, here are recommended placements for TERRO Liquid Ant Baits:
- Along baseboards
- In corners of rooms and cabinets
- On countertops
- Under and behind appliances
- Under sinks or around pipes and water sources
- On windowsills and around doorways
- Near garbage cans
- Along ant trails
These strategic placements target areas where ants are likely to travel and forage for food. By positioning the bait stations in these locations, you increase the chances of ants discovering the bait and carrying it back to their colony, ultimately leading to colony elimination.
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