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Flying Ant Day 2025 warning with 'one of biggest swarms in years' expected


This year's Flying Ant Day is expected to be one of the biggest in recent years, according to pest control experts, who warn that millions of winged ants are set to take to the skies

He further explained: "This natural event, when vast numbers of winged ants, known as alates, take to the skies at once in search of mates from other colonies, could be one of the most prolific for years. "Though it may seem like a summertime nuisance, this swarming strategy is believed to help more ants survive by overwhelming their predators including swifts and gulls. "While flying ants might disrupt your picnic, barbecue, or pub garden pint, they play a vital role in the ecosystem by aerating soil, recycling nutrients, and serving as a key food source for birds."

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