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Pharaoh ant

Pharaoh ant

Don Breneman


Description: 1/14 inch long.(It is often challenging to recognize ants from a picture. Because different ants may be treated differently, be sure an ant problem is correctly identified before attempting control.)

Where/When: Found indoors in buildings all year. These ants do not nest outdoors.

Significance: Nest indoors in a variety of cavities, cracks, and spaces. It infests food and is generally a pest. It does not damage wood. A very challenging ant to eliminate.

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