There are more than Carpenter Ants
At up to ½ inch long, carpenter ants are among the largest ants in the country. In Cincinnati, black carpenter ants are the most common variety. They nest in wood and use their jaws to hollow out tunnels and galleries, and over time, they can cause significant damage to wood. Thanks to these strong jaws, they can also give people a painful bite.
Pavement Ants
Pavement ants are small at around 1⁄16 inch long. Their coloring can range from light brown to black. Usually, pavement ants nest outdoors, and can be found living underneath sidewalks, patios, and driveways. They often enter homes to look for food and can become serious nuisances in kitchens.
Little Black Ants
These ants get their name from their jet-black coloring and very small size. They’re only 1⁄16 inch long. Since these ants eat meats, fruits, vegetables, sweets, and grease, they’re frequent visitors to kitchens. Wall voids, woodwork, piles of lumber, and rotting logs are common nesting sites for these pests.
Thief Ants
Thief ants are yellow to bronze in color, and they’re very small at only 1⁄32 to 1⁄20 inch long. They make their nests in the soil or in wood, and may venture inside homes to search for food. They love eating meat, cheese, oil, and other greasy foods, and can become a major nuisance if they move into your kitchen.
