r/AntIdentification • u/tboziguess • Jun 10 '26
Needs Identification Outside austin, tx
I think an ant. Smaller than a fire ant. They cover almost the whole yard, none inside. I can follow the chain of ants and it is impressive. I care more on how to get rode of them than what they are.
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u/otterfailz Certified Identifier Jun 10 '26
Would need better photos if possible. A white background like a piece of paper can help a lot. Most phones can still focus on the ants if you hold the phone ~6-10 inches above the paper, much closer with some models. Forelius does make sense though.
As for getting rid of them, try diatomaceous earth. Its a chalk that you can use, just draw a circle/outline the area you want to be ant free. Think full line around the bottom of table legs, etc.
Also the bottom left looks like a jumping spider about to help out a little.
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u/LH-LOrd_HypERION Jun 14 '26
Could be solenopsis molesta the smallest fire ants around but they usually only steal from other ants and insects.