Least Concern
Ant (Carpenter)
Camponotus pennsylvanicus
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About
Carpenter ants are large ants known for their ability to excavate wood to build their nests. Unlike termites, they do not eat wood but tunnel through it to create their colonies.
Habitat
Forests and urban areas throughout North America
Diet
Omnivorous - insects, plant sap, and sugary substances
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Fun Facts
- Carpenter ant colonies can contain thousands of individuals.
- They have a complex social structure with different castes.
- Worker ants can lift up to 50 times their body weight.
Conservation
StatusLeast Concern
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