Rentokil - experts in pest control - predict this year's Flying Ant Day, the yearly mating flight where millions of winged ants fill the sky in synchronised displays, could be one of the biggest in recent years. Paul Blackhurst, head of the technical academy at Rentokil Pest Control, said: "Experts warn that this year could see larger-than-usual swarms of flying ants, as we approach Flying Ant Day, also known as the nuptial flight, and sometimes nicknamed 'flant day'. Flying ant day 25th June 2025. "Despite the name, Flying Ant Day doesn't happen on a single fixed day each year. "While flying ants might disrupt your picnic, barbecue, or pub garden pint, they play a vital role in the ecosystem by aerating soil, recycling nutrients, and serving as a key food source for birds."

Source: The Times June 28, 2025 23:41 UTC