Written with taxonomists, biologists, and pest management professionals in mind, Louisiana State University AgCenter’s The Pest Ants of Louisiana: a Guide to Their Identification, Biology, and Control is a must have for all interested in the Formicidae of Louisiana. All common pest ants known to occur in Louisiana, a total of fifteen species or genera, are included in this reference. A taxonomic key to genus and species is included, and each genus or species has its own account. Species accounts include identifying characteristics, a quick diagnosis for identification, separation from similar species, notes on biology and behavior, methods of control or management, and a color photograph of the species. In addition, full color diagrams, a glossary, and the elimination of jargon should make the book user-friendly to the neophyte. From a comprehensive Introduction to Ant Mimics, the book is a cover-to-cover, fact-filled primer to Louisiana’s common ants.