If ants or a nest may be fire ants in Queensland, avoid touching, disturbing or treating them and use the current official Queensland reporting route. Biosecurity directions take priority over arranging ordinary ant control.

Record safely for a report

• The precise location or map pin.
• Date and time observed.
• Clear photographs taken without approaching or disturbing the nest.
• The surface or material around the activity.
• Any recent movement of soil, mulch, turf, hay or equipment that may be relevant.
• Your contact details, if requested by the official form.

Do not move suspect material while waiting for advice. Check the official fire-ant website for current movement controls and instructions for your location; these can change.

FAQs

What information helps when making a report?

Location, photographs and a simple description of the ants, mound and surrounding material help officials assess the report. Do not collect a sample unless official instructions say to do so.

Where should I check current advice for my location?

Use the official Queensland fire-ant program website and its reporting or location tools. Do not rely on an undated social post or a generic pest quote page.

Suggested component

A prominent official-reporting link plus a read-only observation checklist; no lead form before the official route.

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