The pavement ant is typically reddish-brown with segmented antennae and small parallel marks on their thorax. They have two bumps, or nodes, in their middle section, connecting the head and thorax. They have six legs, typically a lighter color than their bodies. Occasionally, some workers have wings and can fly short distances.
Pavement ants are one of the most common species of ant in the United States, typically found in the Northern states and parts of Canada. They are often found in urban and suburban areas and are one of the few species of ant that can thrive in areas with extreme human infrastructure.
They can often be found on sidewalks, patios, and foundations, as this species thrives in ecosystems with minimal vegetation. Because of this, they are likely to nest in homes through cracks in the concrete, especially if the house has food scraps for them to feed on.
Pavement ants are one of the easier ant species to control. Seal any cracks in your foundation or concrete that lead into your home and make sure there is no food debris available for them to scavenge. If you see an ant trail, use a commercial ant killer or bait to eliminate the colony.
Pavement ants are one of the easier ant species to control. Seal any cracks in your foundation or concrete that lead into your home and make sure there is no food debris available for them to scavenge. If you see an ant trail, use a commercial ant killer or bait to eliminate the colony.
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