Ghost ant

Widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions; indoors they prefer moist areas like kitchens and bathrooms, often nesting in wall voids, flowerpots, or behind baseboards.

Broad diet including honeydew from aphids, sweet substances, and insects; they are especially attracted to sugary food in households.

Notable for their extremely fast and erratic movement when disturbed; they form large colonies with multiple queens and can easily relocate nests if conditions change.

Primarily considered a nuisance pest in homes and hospitals; they do not sting and their bite is rarely felt, but they can contaminate food and potentially transport pathogenic bacteria.