Big-headed ant.

From: Pest Control | Date: April 1, 2004 | Copyright information

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Pheidole spp.

Color: Several dozen species ranging from light brown to dark reddish brown

Workers: Two sizes (1/8-inch seed crackers, 1/16-inch workers)

Nesting: Big-Headed ants nest in protected outdoor areas under logs, mulch, firewood or patio blocks. Active foragers, ant trails are common along sidewalks, founda...

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