The moment of Ramadan is very special for Muslims because they will fast during this holy month. Some even consider it an opportunity for social gatherings or reunions, such as breaking the fast together, which is not to be missed.
The moment of breaking the fast together with the abundance of food and drinks served becomes an opportunity for ants to swarm around the dishes. For those who break their fast at a restaurant or eating place, it is not uncommon for these places to use Pest Control Indonesia services to prevent pests from coming. However, if you break your fast at home without using these services, be prepared for ants to attack. So what causes ants to like nesting during Ramadan?
Increase in Sweet and Savory Food Remnants
During Ramadan, iftar and suhoor meals tend to be more varied. and sweet foods (such as takjil, syrup, or cookies). Ants are very attracted to food scraps, cookie crumbs, and spilled sugar or syrup that accidentally spill while preparing food.
Changing Meal Schedule
Eating activities during suhoor and iftar often leave food scraps on the table or in the trash for longer periods of time before being cleaned up in the morning.
This gives ants the opportunity to gather and forage for food without interruption.
Weather Factors
Ramadan often falls during a period of transitional weather or summer. The hot weather encourages ants to enter homes in search of water and food sources to keep their colonies alive.
To prevent ants from contaminating food during Ramadan, you can maintain kitchen hygiene by removing food scraps, storing food in airtight containers or closed containers, and sealing access points such as cracks or holes in walls and floors that serve as entry points for ants.
Extra protection can be provided by using professional ant extermination services to protect your home from these small pests that contaminate food.