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The Hawaiʻi Ant Lab, a program of the University of Hawai‘i Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit, is dedicated to increasing knowledge about invasive ant biology, management, and eradication.

08/31/2026

Live from the Hawaii Ant Lab news desk… Little Fire Ants have a new name!

Recent research has determined that the scientific name for Little Fire Ants (LFA) is changing from Wasmannia auropunctata to Allomerus auropunctatus.

Why the change? New genetic research found that Allomerus and Wasmannia ants are actually more closely related than scientists previously thought, meaning they belong in the same genus. Since Allomerus is the older name, it takes priority.

For homeowners, nothing changes. Allomerus auropunctatus is the same tiny, stinging ant you know as LFA, and your treatment methods remain the same. But if you work with invasive ants or come across the new name in scientific literature or ant databases, you’ll know that it’s still referring to LFA!

08/26/2026

Fed up with Little Fire Ants (LFA) on your property?

Join us for our next FREE LFA Management Clinic on Thursday, Aug 27th from 4-6 PM, held on Zoom.

What you will learn:

- How to identify LFA
- How to test your property for LFA
- Proven treatment strategies
- How to mix up and apply gel bait
- How to prevent reinfestation and spread
- Common mistakes that reduce treatment success

Can’t make it? Don’t worry! We hold these virtual meetings once a month.

Visit our website to register: www.littlefireants.com/take-a-class

08/01/2026

Want to work in insect research?

The Hawaii Ant Lab is currently hiring for a temporary 5-month research position in Hilo!

Main Duties include:

- Research Assistance: Support staff with preparing, cleaning up, and executing laboratory and field experiments.
- Data Collection: Maintain careful documentation of experimental procedures, trial observations, and environmental variables.
- Insect Rearing: Assist staff with maintaining laboratory ant and cricket colonies.

Required & Desired Experience:

- HS diploma or higher.
- 1+ year(s) experience in a biology, conservation, or agriculture-related field preferred.
- Able to work 20-40 h/wk (flexible on a case-by-case basis).
- Interested in entomology, conservation, and/or agriculture pest management.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Pay: $19.50/hr plus medical and dental insurance

If interested, please submit your cover letter, resume, and 3 references to Kalena Shiroma at [email protected]. Position will be open till filled.

07/29/2026

Fed up with Little Fire Ants (LFA) on your property?

Join us for our next FREE LFA Management Clinic on Thursday, July 30th from 8:30-10:30 AM, held on Zoom.

What you will learn:

- How to identify LFA
- How to test your property for LFA
- Proven treatment strategies
- How to mix up and apply gel bait
- How to prevent reinfestation and spread
- Common mistakes that reduce treatment success

Can’t make it? Don’t worry! We hold these virtual meetings once a month.

Visit our website to register: www.littlefireants.com/take-a-class

06/25/2026

Fed up with Little Fire Ants (LFA) on your property?

Join us for our next FREE LFA Management Clinic on Thursday, June25th from 4-6 PM, held on Zoom.

What you will learn:

- How to identify LFA
- How to test your property for LFA
- Proven treatment strategies
- How to mix up and apply gel bait
- How to prevent reinfestation and spread
- Common mistakes that reduce treatment success

Can’t make it? Don’t worry! We hold these virtual meetings once a month.

Visit our website to register: www.littlefireants.com/take-a-class

06/03/2026

Want to make a difference in communities across Oʻahu? Interested in protecting Hawaiʻi from harmful invasive ants? Do you have a strong drive to learn new skills such as GIS, invasive species control and public relations that will further your career in conservation? Apply to become a full-time Field Technician with the Hawaiʻi Ant Lab!

As a Field Technician, your role will be to conduct field surveys for invasive ants, identify ant specimens, and assist with outreach efforts advising residents on preventing and controlling little fire ants. Applicants should have excellent communication skills, be organized, and be able to work independently or as part of a team.

Join our dedicated team and make a real impact helping protect Oʻahuʻs homes, farms, beaches, and forests from these stinging invaders.

Apply today! Go to ww.rcuh.com, click on "Job Postings," and search for job posting # 226323. The application closing date is 06/08/2026.

05/30/2026

Happy Friday! 🐜

05/28/2026

WHO YOU GONNA CALL?… ANT BUSTERS!  WE ARE HIRING!

Want to make a difference in communities across Oʻahu? Interested in protecting Hawaiʻi from harmful invasive ants? Ready to learn valuable skills in GIS, invasive species control, field surveying, and public outreach that will further your career in conservation?

Join the Hawaiʻi Ant Lab’s Antbusters team as a full-time temporary Field Technician with the likelihood of moving into a permanent position!

Your role will be to: - Conduct field surveys - Identify ant specimens - Assist with outreach efforts, advising residents on preventing and controlling little fire ants

Applicants should have excellent communication skills, be organized, and be able to operate independently or as part of a team.

HAL is looking to immediately fill TWO Field Technician positions to help with LFA control efforts on residential properties and ports of entry across Oʻahu.

For more information about applying for this position, reach out to our Oʻahu Coordinator: [email protected] (808) 824-1366

05/27/2026

Fed up with Little Fire Ants (LFA) on your property?

Join us for our next FREE LFA Management Clinic on Thursday, May 28th from 8:30-10:30 AM, held on Zoom.

What you will learn:

- How to identify LFA
- How to test your property for LFA
- Proven treatment strategies
- How to mix up and apply gel bait
- How to prevent reinfestation and spread
- Common mistakes that reduce treatment success

Can’t make it? Don’t worry! We hold these virtual meetings once a month.

Visit our website to register: www.littlefireants.com/take-a-class

05/15/2026

Hehe... Not Hehe... LFA point of view🐜

Address

875 Komohana Street
Hilo, HI
96720

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+18083155656

Website

http://www.littlefireants.com/

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