TERRO Fire Ant Bait

The granules are designed to be attractive to foraging ants, who carry the bait back to their mound as food. Once consumed, the active ingredient, spinosad, targets the queen and the rest of the colony, leading to total mound destruction within 3 to 14 days.

No, this product is not safe for use around pets or children. You should keep them away from treated areas until the granules have been fully applied and the area is clear.

It is best to avoid applying this bait if rain is in the forecast. The product is not rain-resistant, and moisture can compromise the effectiveness of the granules.

While the product comes in a convenient 2 lb shaker bag for spot treatment on mounds, it is designed to be applied with a spreader for larger lawn and garden coverage. Using a spreader ensures even distribution across the full 30,000 sq ft capacity.

Once applied, the bait provides a residual effect that helps prevent new mounds from forming for up to two months.

Yes, this product is not selective and is not considered safe for beneficial insects. You should apply it carefully to target only the areas where fire ants or harvester ants are active.