Pest Library – Ants – Flying Ants

Facts: Flying Ants

General Information: Winged ants are commonly seen swarming during the the spring and summer months and are usually seen after a heavy rainfall.

Traits and Appearance: Winged ants can be identified by their elbowed antennae and tapered abdomen. They come in various colors and sizes dependent on the species. Winged ants are are often confused for termite swarmers, but can be distinguished by their elbowed antenna and tapered abdomen.

Habit and Habitat: They are often seen during the summer months after heavy rainfall. They can enter the home by swarming near it or creating a nest in a wall void or underneath the concrete slab.

Reproduction: Ant colonies consist of at least one egg producing queen, workers, and winged reproductives. Winged ants are generally the reproductive males and females that will travel off to mate and create new colonies.


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