Carpenter AntCarpenter ants are among the most conspicuous of ants found in and around homes, being large and typically blackish or very dark bodied. Most carpenter ants can be easily distinguished from other species of ants by their large size, up to 1/2 inch long. Carpenter ants cannot sting but if handled can inflict a […]
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Argentina AntThere are over 12,000 species of ants throughout the world. Common ant pests include Argentine ant (Linepithema humile), pharoah ant (Monomorium pharaonis), the odorous house ant (Tapinoma sessile), the thief ant (Solenopsis molesta), and the southern fire ant (Solenopsis xyloni). Less common, but of great importance, is the red imported fire ant, Solenopsis invicta. […]