Common Name: Pharaoh Ant
Scientific Name: Monomorium pharaoris (Linnaeus)
Class/Order/Family: Insecta/Hymenoptera/Formicidae
Metamorphosis: Complete
Introduction: Its name resulted from the mistaken belief of Linnaeus that this ant was one of the plagues of Egypt in the time of the Pharaohs. Pharaoh ants are thought to be native to the African region. This ant is found throughout the United States. Pharaoh ants have been strongly implicated in the spread of various disease pathogens.
Recognition: Workers monomorphic, about 1/16" (1.5-2.0 mm) long. Body usually pale, varying from yellowish to reddish, with abdomen often darker to blackish. Antenna 12-segmented, with 3-segmented club. Thorax lacks spines, profile unevenly rounded. Pedicel 2-segmented. Stinger present. Queens about 1/8" (4 mm) long, with/without wings, and slightly darker in color than workers. Males about 1/16" (2 mm), winged, black in color, and antenna straight, not elbowed.
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