A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting can be found in more than a dozen states, according to experts.

Invasive Asian needle ants ramp up in the summer, and they have been spotted in Ohio. Here's where they're found and how to prevent stings.

An established colony of invasive, stinging ants was detected in East Baton Rouge this month, marking the first confirmed ...

The Asian needle ant was first discovered in the U.S. in 1932 and found in at least three southeastern states. It is capable ...

There are over 12,500 known ant species in the world, with new ant species still being discovered by scientists to this day. You’ve probably come across several ant species without even realizing it.

Stinging Asian needle ants reach peak numbers in the summer. Should Ohioans be worried? Native to Asia, the insects are known as Brachyponera chinensis (roughly translated as "short, wicked ant ...

That's just one of the mysteries of Brachyponera chinensis – roughly translated as "short, wicked ant from China" – though they're actually native to China, Japan and the Koreas.

A Brachyponera chinensis, or Asian needle ant, specimen. The ants are small, similar to the size of tiny "pavement ants" commonly seen.

The ANA was discovered in the U.S. in 1934 while individuals were researching Argentine ants (Linepithema humile). Since the ...

Stings from Asian needle ants can lead to anaphylaxis. An invasive species of stinging ant is spreading across the United States with detections in at least 20 states. Brachyponera chinensis, or ...

If you don't like the feeling of being stabbed by a needle, then you'll want to be sure to keep an eye out for Asian Needle Ants. Native to Asia, the insects are known as Brachyponera chinensis ...

That's just one of the mysteries of Brachyponera chinensis – roughly translated as "short, wicked ant from China" – though they're actually native to China, Japan and the Koreas.