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Pest Library - Pavement Ants
Pavement ants get their name because they make their nests in or under cracks in pavement. They can infest structures.
Pavement Ants can be found in All 50 States
Prevention:
Eliminate standing water. Pests, such as ants, are attracted to moisture. Keep tree branches and other plants cut back from the house. Sometimes pests use these branches to get into your home.* Make sure that there are no cracks or little openings around your house. Sometimes pests use these to get into your home. Make sure that firewood and building materials are not stored next to your home. Pests like to build nests in stacks of wood.
Color: Dark brown to blackish
Legs: 6
Shape: Segmented; oval
Size: 1/8"
Antennae: Yes
Flight: No
Habits
These ants will eat almost anything, including insects, seeds, honeydew, honey, bread, meats, nuts and cheese.
Habitat
These ants live in or under pavement cracks.
Threats
These ants do not pose a public health risk, but they can contaminate food and should be avoided.
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