Ant

Natural Habitat

Widely diverse, including forests, deserts, grasslands, and urban areas. Often found in soil, under rocks, logs, or in structures.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous, feeding on a wide variety of food sources including nectar, seeds, fungi, other insects, and household scraps.

Behavior Patterns

Live in highly organized colonies with a queen, workers, and males. Exhibit complex social behaviors, including foraging, nest building, and defense. Often seen in trails searching for food.

Risks & Benefits

Risks include potential household pests (contaminating food, structural damage by carpenter ants), and some species can sting (e.g., fire ants) causing pain or allergic reactions. Benefits include aerating soil, seed dispersal, and predation on other insects, some of which are pests.

Identified on: 11/5/2025