MAINE, USA — Mainers wait all year for summer—and when it finally arrives, we soak up the sunshine, fire up the grills, and enjoy outdoor activities. But warm weather brings more than just good times—it also signals the return of ants.

If you've noticed ant hills around your foundation or in your yard, chances are you've spotted a few of those tiny invaders inside your home as well.

To learn more about why ants become a seasonal nuisance, NEWS CENTER Maine spoke with James F. Dill, PhD, pest management specialist and director of the diagnostics and research lab at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

"Most of the ants that come into the home have nests outside," Dill explained. "During the winter, they’re inactive. But in the spring, as the colony warms up, ants become activ

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