Do Ants Eat Fabric or Polyethylene Foam in Exercise Mats?

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Exercise floor mats can develop holes due to ant activity, as certain ant species are known to chew through fabric. Ants may be attracted to the polyethylene foam inside the mats, which can have a sweet taste. Common fabric types that ants might bite through include those with natural fibers. The presence of holes suggests that the ants are not just targeting the surface but may be interested in the materials inside. Understanding the types of ants and their behavior can help in preventing further damage to exercise mats.
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I have an exercise floor mat which I just bought new 2 weeks ago but there was already holes at bottom not caused by me or factory defect. What kinds of ants can eat fabric? And what fabric could they really bite through? Or are they attracted to the polyethylene foam inside? Does this taste sweet?
 
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