Odorous house ant

Commonly found outdoors under stones or logs and indoors near moisture sources and food prep areas.

Honeydew, nectar, and various household sweets, meats, and fats.

Foraging ants follow distinct trails; when disturbed, they run erratically. They emit a rotten coconut-like odor when crushed.

A nuisance pest in homes due to food contamination; ecologically, they help control other small insects and scavenge organic matter.