Eradicating invasive ants
Managing weeds, pest animals and ants on your property
Suspected tramp ants must be reported to Biosecurity Queensland. Under Queensland legislation, movement controls exist on specified materials in declared areas.
Fire ant photo guide
Photos in this guide show fire ants, fire ant nests, fire ant stings and fire ant impacts.
What are the impacts of fire ants?
Tramp ants are serious insect pests. They have the potential to destroy our outdoor lifestyle, environment and agricultural production.
Are you in the fire ant restricted area?
The Restricted Area Search Engine map-based database (RASE) and the maps of the restricted areas will allow you to search to see if you are in the restricted area.
Are you in an electric ant area where movement controls apply?
Check maps of restricted areas in Far North Queensland to ensure restrictions do not apply.
How to request a site inspection
Site inspections may be required before you disturb or move high-risk materials in a restricted area.
Request site inspections by calling 13 25 23, or request a fire ant site inspection online.
Report suspect ants
To report suspect ants on your property, call 13 25 23 or fill out the online form and submit to Biosecurity Queensland.
What to do if bitten by fire ants
Stings are painful, and the burning or itching sensations can last a considerable time. Some victims will suffer an allergic reaction.
Frequently asked questions
These frequently asked questions are about identifying fire ants, what you should do if you get stung and the fire ant restricted area.
