Field Ant
The largest genus of ants in America north of Mexico. Also called thatching ants.
- Common Name: Field Ant
- Scentific Name: Formica spp.
- Class/Order/Family: Insecta/Hymenoptera/Formicidea
- Metamorphosis: Complete
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Size
Workers polymorphic, 1/8-3/8" long
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Color
Brown, black, reddish or a combination of these colors.
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Biology
Because of the size and diversity of this genus, few generalizations can be made. They have several different methods of nest construction.
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Habit
Most species causing problems around structures are either thatching ants or associated with masonry walls, concrete sidewalks, etc.
Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee, and Washington Counties