Safe Fire Ant Control Around Ponds and Water Features

When fire ants colonize areas near ponds with fish and frogs, treatment requires extra caution. Bait products are the safest choice because foraging ants carry the bait back to the colony, minimizing environmental exposure.

Green Light Fire Ant Control contains spinosad, which has low toxicity to aquatic life. Other effective baits include Amdro, Over 'n' Out, and Once and Done. Apply baits at least 15 feet from the water's edge—fire ants forage up to 20 feet from their mounds, so they'll still find and transport the bait.

Avoid contact insecticides or mound drenches near water, as these pose higher risks to aquatic organisms. Broadcast bait application in the surrounding area provides effective control while protecting your pond ecosystem.