Black ants

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shanny2
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It wasnt long till those little black ants moved into my aviary lol theres so many going up and down can zebras eat them or quails pick them off one by one? and can they damage wood?

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roma9009
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Quail may pick a few but not many, and no they won't damage wood. But if you have chicks in the nest, they may harass them or go after old open egg shell.
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They tend to climb up in one spot and i havent seen any in other areas but need to get closer look around cage tomorrow whats a good way of getting rid of them?
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whats a good way of getting rid of them?
Ant Killer. Many brands available at supermarkets and the big green shed.
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sweet thanks man will have a look at woolworths tomorrow :)

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