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LARGE YELLOW ANT (Acanthomyops interjectus)

Key Biology

  • One node
  • Monomorphic
  • ¼ inch
  • Uneven thorax
  • 12 segments of antenna, enlarges at tip
  • Circle of hairs on tip of abdomen
  • Yellow-orange
  • Workers give off orange odor when crushed

Distribution

  • Soil nesting under logs, rocks, patios, and porches
  • Under homes, concrete slabs, around perimeter base of homes