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Fire Ant

Solenopsis invicta
Mild Risk
Fire Ant (Solenopsis invicta) — Mild Risk
Venomous

Description

Small reddish ant that swarms and stings repeatedly leaving pustules.

Habitat

Mounds in open ground.

Where Found in Thailand

Throughout Thailand.

Symptoms

  • Burning pain
  • Itchy pustules
  • Allergic reaction in some

First Aid — DO

  • Brush off ants
  • Wash with soap
  • Cold compress
  • Antihistamine cream

DO NOT

  • DO NOT scratch pustules — infection risk

When to seek help

ER if breathing trouble or large reaction.

Call 1669

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