Acrobat Ant

Natural Habitat

Nests typically located outdoors under rocks, in rotting logs, or in dead tree limbs; indoors, they often nest in wood previously damaged by moisture or other insects.

Diet & Feeding

Opportunistic omnivores that feed on honeydew produced by aphids/mealybugs, other insects, and household sweets or proteins.

Behavior Patterns

Known for the habit of raising their heart-shaped abdomen over their thorax/head when threatened. They are active foragers and create distinct pheromone trails.

Risks & Benefits

They can be a nuisance pest if they nest indoors. While they can sting and bite, they are generally not aggressive to humans. Beneficially, they help control other insect populations and assist in soil aeration.

Identified on: 2/27/2026