little fire ants
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Little Fire Ants (LFA) are continuing to be a concern in American Samoa since the invasive species was first detected in 2018. Known for its painful and itchy stings, they threaten local ecosystems, agriculture, and everyday life for residents. Although efforts were...
Dear Editor,
I wish to express my concern about an article on the little fire ants that appeared on page one of the December 31, 2025 edition of Samoa News. The article provides useful information to the public and is mostly accurate except for the headline, which is not correct. Unfortunately...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Little fire ants have been found on Tutuila for the first time. Their sting is painful and itchy, and they can harm plants and animals.
Please help protect our island by reporting any suspected infestations.
Little fire ants are only 1 millimeter long, orange, and slow-...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The recent invasion of the little fire ant on Tutuila is causing concern not only in American Samoa, but also in neighboring Samoa. The extensive links and movement of people and goods between the two Samoas create a risk that the ant could accidentally be transported...