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Fire ants

Fire ants are dangerous imported pests that could spread to large areas of Australia, severely damaging the environment, our outdoor lifestyle and the agriculture and tourism industries.

The National Fire Ant Eradication Program has made significant progress in eradicating fire ants from Australia. Surveillance is ongoing, and treatment and containment measures are continuing in areas of South East Queensland where the ants have been detected.

Under Queensland legislation, fire ants are a notifiable pest and suspected sightings must be reported to QPIF.

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About fire ants

Identify fire ants and their nests | Image gallery | Biology and ecology of fire ants | Fire ant impacts | First aid for fire ant stings | Frequently asked questions | Further information

Working and living in fire ant restricted areas

Maps of the restricted areas | Commercial regulations | Residential regulations | Fire ant declaration forms (FADs) | Site inspection request form | Approved disposal sites | General awareness training | Property information form

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Fire ant teaching resources

National fire ant eradication program

About the program | Community involvement | Research | Program updates