Pharaoh ant
The Pharaoh ant (Monomorium pharaonis) is an omnivorous insect native to North America, Europe and Oceania.
The pharaoh ant is a small (2 mm) yellow or light brown, almost transparent ant notorious for being a major indoor nuisance pest, especially in hospitals. A cryptogenic species, it has now been introduced to virtually every area of the world, including Europe, the Americas, Australasia and Southeast — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Monomorium pharaonis
- Class
- Insect
- Family / order
- Formicidae
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- North America, Europe, Oceania
- Activity
- Diurnality
What does a Pharaoh ant eat?
The pharaoh ant is an omnivore, eating both plants and animals.
Where do Pharaoh ants live?
Pharaoh ants are found in North America, Europe and Oceania, in terrestrial habitats.