Carpenter ant

/kˈɑːpəntəɹ ˈant/

/kˈɑːɹpəntɚɹ ˈænt/

[noun]

Carpenter ant

[NOUN]

a large ant species known for its ability to excavate wood and create nests inside decaying or moist wood structures

What is a "carpenter ant"?

A carpenter ant, a solitary insect, is recognized for its robust size and characteristic behavior of excavating wood to create galleries and nests. These ants primarily infest decaying or moist wood structures, posing potential risks to wooden buildings and causing structural damage over time. They are known for their ability to carve intricate tunnels and chambers within the wood, displaying remarkable adaptability and resourcefulness in their nesting habits. While carpenter ants do not consume wood like termites, their presence can be a nuisance and require professional intervention for effective control and prevention

Examples

1. John regards several carpenter ants.

2. And Hank, my number-one power move in the animal kingdom goes to camponotus saundersi, a carpenter ant.

3. In one study published in eLIFE in 2016, scientists analyzed the saliva being exchanged with larvae of Florida carpenter ants.

4. In a 2015 study, a species of carpenter ants was shown die off after a mere six days after being separated from their friends, who lived an average of two months when allowed to be social.

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