Bug Identifier
Pharaoh Ant
Community identification

Pharaoh Ant

Monomorium pharaonis

Order & Family
Hymenoptera: Formicidae
Size
1.5 to 2 mm in length
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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