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Carpenter Ant
Carpenter Ant Facts & Information
How To Identify & Control Carpenter Ants
Latin Name
Camponotus spp.
Appearance
What Do They Look Like?
- Length: Carpenter ants are among the largest ants in the United States, ranging from 3.4 to 13 mm long. More size information.
- Color: The most common color is black, but some species have reddish or yellowish coloration. The color also varies among species, ranging from jet-black to dark brown, red, black, yellow, orange, yellowish tan or light brown. Some ants exhibit both red and black coloration.
- Mandibles: Workers have large mandibles.
Read more about carpenter ant identification.
How Did I Get Carpenter Ants?
These insects usually build their nests in damp, sound or decaying wood. Homes with moisture issues caused by leaks are prime targets for carpenter ants. The pests will also use tree branches that overhang roofs as a bridge, accessing buildings to find a way inside. Unsealed openings around utility pipes and wires are common entry points.
How Serious Are Carpenter Ants?
Cosmetic & Structural Damage
When carpenter ants build nests, they dig out tunnels in wood, weakening it from the inside. A long-term infestation with multiple colonies in a home often means serious structural damage and unsightly cosmetic damage.
