White-footed ants are mostly an issue because of the large size of their colonies and the pests' persistence, which makes them very hard to control or eliminate. They don't cause structural damage, bite, or sting.

How do you get rid of white foot ants?

Unlike most ants, this ant species doesn't regurgitate or share food, so toxic baits are only useful to kill the ones that eat it. Be sure to spray all outdoor crevices around your home. Indoors, use insecticide dust. If you have a white-footed ant infestation of any kind, Arrow can help.

What do white footed ants eat?

White footed ants feed on honeydew, which is a sticky, sweet substance that mealybugs, scales, and aphids produce. They will also eat plant nectar, proteins, and dead insects. Unlike many ant species, the foraging white footed ant does not share its food with the colony.