Ghost ant

Natural Habitat

Tropical and subtropical regions worldwide; commonly found indoors in kitchens and bathrooms or outdoors in soil, hollow twigs, and under bark.

Diet & Feeding

Opportunistic feeders that prefer sweets, honeydew from aphids, and occasionally other insects or grease.

Behavior Patterns

They are highly mobile and form multiple small colonies. They are known for their erratic, jerky movements when disturbed and have translucent abdomens and legs that make them difficult to see.

Risks & Benefits

They are primarily a nuisance pest in households; they do not sting and their bite is rarely felt. They can contaminate food supplies but also act as scavengers in the ecosystem.

Identified on: 1/10/2026