Reposted from @oahuisc OʻAHU UPDATE ON LFA - There are currently 30 active sites of wasmannia auropunctata (LFA) on Oʻahu. These sites are all small (<5 acres) and the Hawaiʻi Ant Lab is working with property owners to treat the infestations.
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Currently, there are only 2 and a half staff for the Hawaiʻi Ant Lab employees to eradicate LFA on Oʻahu. More staffing is needed to ensure these properties can be treated every 6 weeks (for a least a year) and then subsequently monitored for LFA. If this is a topic you would like to voice your concern on please reach out to your local representatives. You can find out who your representatives are at…https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/legislature/legislators (link in bio)
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(LFA) do not move very far on their own. However, they can show up anywhere next. They are known as a tramp ant species meaning they move around with people. Potted plants or agricultural items can be vectors for this species showing up in new places. Please check any new plants for ants and check your property to ensure LFA have not made their way to your home. Visit www.stoptheant.org for more information.
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