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fire ant
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fire ant

Any of a genus (Solenopsis) of insects in the ant family, several species of which are common in southern North America. They are red or yellowish and can inflict a severe sting. The semipermanent nest consists of a loose mound with open craters for ventilation. The workers (see caste) are notorious for damaging planted grain and attacking poultry.



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Red ants are considered aggressive because they do bite and when they do it hurts because they inject formic acid into your skin.
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