SCENIC RIM families have been asked to take on an important environmental project during the current school holidays.
The Invasive Species Council wants them to step up and join the fire ant fight over the break
A spokesperson for the council said the project was simple as all they were asking for was for families just take a picture of any suspicious ants and report it.
“And don’t worry if you’re not sure what type of ant it is, every picture that is sent in will be vital information for the eradication program,” they said.
“Of course, fire ants are dangerous. Don’t put yourself, clothing or belongings in direct contact with ants or their nests.
“If your kids are curious about an ant nest they’ve seen, make sure you go with them and ensure they stay at arms length when taking a photo.”
How to look, snap and report a suspected fire ant nest:
- Keep your eyes peeled for suspicious ants or ant mounds when you’re out in the garden, at the park, taking a walk, camping or at the beach. Don’t worry if you’re not sure what type of ant it is, every report is vital information for the eradication program.
- Be mindful of your safety if you think you have found fire ants. Keep your distance and do not put yourself, clothing or belongings in direct contact with fire ants or their nests.
- Take a photo or short video of the ants on your smartphone. Try to take a few close ups of the ants and their nest.
- Report fire ants to 13 25 23 or www.fireants.org.au
