Crazy Ant Identification
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Crazy Ant Identification (One Node Ant)
Crazy Ant (Paratrechina longicornis)
Paratrechina longicornis
Description of Workers:Small workers about 1/8-inch (3 mm). The body has long coarse hairs. These ants are easily recognized by extremely long legs and antenna. Crazy ants get their name because they seem to run erratically with no apparent sense of direction
Habits:
Crazy ants often nest in soil of potted tropical plants. It does not survive outdoors in northern climates, but can be a persistent pest when established indoors.
The information on this Web site is valid for residents of southeastern Nebraska. It may or may not apply in your area. If you live outside southeastern Nebraska, visit your local Extension office
Credits:
- Ant illustrations were developed by Vicki Jedlicka, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension in Lancaster County
- Photo courtesy of http://www.antweb.org. Photographer: April Nobile
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