Pharaoh Ant

Indoor environments like kitchens, bathrooms, and wall voids; thrives in buildings with central heating.

Omnivorous; consumes a wide variety of foods including sweets, proteins, and fats, often scavenging for crumbs.

Nests are often hidden in difficult-to-reach areas. They exhibit 'budding' where a portion of the colony moves to a new location. They are mostly active at night and travel along trails marked by pheromones.

Major pest in residential and commercial buildings; can carry and spread pathogens such as Salmonella and Streptococcus, making them a significant health concern in hospitals and kitchens.