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I have read that they can secrete a defensive mucous that repels ants. I have also read that they quickly enter the ant tunnels, gulp down the larva and eggs and beat a hasty retreat. In any case, I encourage them to dine on the fire ants in my yard. LOL. They do need moisture, so are more frequently found in yards with lawn sprinklers. I've tried many commercial fire ant preparations, and home remedies, like orange oil mixtures, boron mixes, but more ants come to replace those killed. I use Amdro bait with some success, but now I'm going to try diatomaceous earth.
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