FIRE RANT
BEHIND THE RANT
FIRE RANT was born from urgency—the need to fight back against one of Australia’s most dangerous invasive pests. But behind the tech is a passionate team of ecologists, designers, and everyday citizens determined to make biosecurity simple, fast, and effective. We believe community action is the most powerful weapon against fire ants. By turning smartphones into reporting tools and residents into first responders, we’re closing the gap between threat and response. This isn’t just about fire ants—it’s about protecting the land, lifestyle, and future we all share. Behind every report is a voice that refuses to stay silent.
Started With a Sting
FIRE RANT began the way many things do—close to home. A sting in the backyard. A nest no one knew what to do with. A system too slow to respond. What started as frustration quickly became a mission: make it easy for anyone, anywhere, to fight back. We brought together locals, designers, ecologists, and technologists to build something simple, powerful, and fast. FIRE RANT isn’t just about reporting pests—it’s about defending our homes, our parks, our pets, and our future. What started with a sting turned into a movement. And now, it’s your turn to strike back.
Common Questions
FIRE RANT is a fast, simple way to report and respond to fire ant sightings.
It lets everyday people tag nests, upload photos, and pinpoint locations in just seconds—no login needed. Your report helps alert authorities, track spread, and inform local action.
Not at all.
FIRE RANT is made for anyone—homeowners, workers, walkers, kids. If you see a nest, you can report it. The app guides you with simple steps and visuals to make it easy and accurate.
Yes—safely and responsibly.
FIRE RANT links to trusted fire ant bait products that are effective and approved. You’ll find tips and guidance on when and how to treat a nest properly without harming pets, wildlife, or the environment.
Your report goes into a central system that tracks infestations across the region.
It helps target responses, monitor new outbreaks, and protect uninfested zones. Some reports may trigger local follow-up. Either way, every sighting you tag makes a difference.