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Argentine Ant (Iridomyrmex Humilis)
Prevalence : Widespread
Appearance : From light to dark brown, about one-tenth inch long; antenna has 12 segments.
Habits : Readily adaptable and can nest in a great variety of situations; colonies are massive, and may contain hundreds of queens; nests are usually located in moist soil, next to or under buildings, along sidewalks or beneath boards; travel in trails; forage day and night.

Diet : Omnivorous; can eat almost anything; prefer sweet foods.

Reproduction : Eggs are white, laid in summer; larvae emerge after about 28 days; adult stage reached in about 74 days.
Other Information : Has no important natural enemy in the United States.

 
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