Yes, ants can short out GFI receptacles.Ants are attracted to the warmth and moisture that can accumulate inside GFCI receptacles, especially in humid or warm environments. Once inside, they can crawl onto the circuit board and create short circuits by bridging the contacts with their bodies or by leaving behind debris.When an ant shorts out a GFCI, it can cause the device to trip, preventing power from flowing to the outlet. In some cases, the short circuit can also damage the GFCI, making it inoperable.To prevent ants from shorting out GFCI receptacles, keep them clean and dry, and seal any gaps or cracks around the outlet with caulk or expanding foam. You can also use ant bait traps or gels to keep ants away from the receptacle. Flag for review