One of the more prolific nuisance pests that Californians deal with is the Argentine ant. This pesky invasive ant species most likely arrived in the United States on coffee ships in the late 1890s. Today, it’s a commonly found pest across the western United States.

Why are Argentine ants so populous in and around homes? Where might you encounter them in your home? What you can do to reduce your risk? Clark offers the important Argentine ant facts.

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