We have recently discovered that one of our new members writes for a wildlife magazine, so we will try and convince him to put something together for this page, SO Watch this Space!
Got an Ant Problem?
Here is what the experts say is a safe and alternative way to be rid of these pests! "The safest method for getting rid of ants without using a pesticide is cornmeal (no this is not Maizina, cornmeal is slightly more coarse)or grits. Ants will take the cornmeal or grits back to the nest and feed on it. Ants, however, cannot completely digest cornmeal or grits and eventually die from starvation due to build-up of the fibre in their digestive systems. To use this treatment effectively track the ants back to their nest and pour some small heaps of cornmeal or grits in the areas where you see ants frequently travelling. You should notice a marked decrease in the ant population in a week or so."
"Ants do not like the smell of vinegar. A vinegar and water solution sprayed around the area you are trying to keep ants away from works wonders for a temporary treatment. At the very least it will give the cornmeal and/or grits time to work.
