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Where did the red imported fire ant originally come from?
Australia
The Pantanal region in South America
Texas
What is one way the fire ants have caused trouble for farmers?
They eat through crops and kill small animals
They build large mounds that block farm machinery
They bite and sting farm animals making them sick
Why are they called 'fire ants'?
They are a fiery red color
They live in very hot climates
Their bite and sting make you feel on fire
How long is the eradication program supposed to last?
Ten years
Four years
Six years
What is the purpose of the floating raft that fire ants create
To trap oxygen and float on water
To create a home in the water
To hide from predators
Why should we eradicate fire ants
They can impact on the environment and our lifestyle
They can kill animals
They can impact just our lifestyle
