Thief Ant
(Solenopsis Molesta)
Prevalence : Widespread
Appearance :
One of the smallest household ants, about
one-thirty-second to one-sixteenth inch long; antennae have 10
segments; range in color from yellowish to brown.
Habits :
Nests occur in a great variety of locations outside the
home, especially under rocks; may nest indoors in cracks and
cupboards.
Diet :
Feed on immature forms of other ants and
insects; also attracted to greasy or high protein foods such
as cheese and animal matter.
Reproduction :
Queens lay an average of 105 eggs, which incubate for 16 to
28 days; larval stage may last 21 days in summer, but can
last through the winter.
Other Information : So small they are difficult to
detect; very persistent, and therefore difficult to control.
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Winchester - Dechard - Cowen,
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