Ant

Natural Habitat

Nests are typically found in soil, rotting wood, or under leaf litter, but they frequently enter homes seeking food and water.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous; they eat sweets, proteins, oils, and other insects. In homes, they are attracted to crumbs, spills, and pet food.

Behavior Patterns

Highly social insects living in colonies. They utilize chemical pheromones to leave trails for other workers to follow from the nest to a food source.

Risks & Benefits

Generally a nuisance pest in homes. They do not cause structural damage like termites, but they can contaminate food. In the ecosystem, they are beneficial for soil aeration and natural waste decomposition.

Identified on: 12/28/2025