
Community identification
Pharaoh Ant
Monomorium pharaonis
- Order & Family
- Hymenoptera: Formicidae
- Size
- 1.5 to 2 mm in length
Natural Habitat
Indoor environments like kitchens, bathrooms, and heating ducts
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous, eating sweets, proteins, and fats
Behavior Patterns
Forms large colonies with multiple queens and highly organized foraging trails
Risks & Benefits
Significant indoor pest and vector for pathogens like Salmonellas and Staphylococcus