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Sugar Ant

Camponotus consobrinus / Banded Sugar Ant

Characteristics

The Banded Sugar ant is a large, striking ant easily identified by its orange-brown midsection and black head and abdomen. They can range from 5mm to 15mm in length. They are primarily nocturnal, meaning they are most active during the night, though they may be seen during the day in shaded areas.

Habitat

Sugar ants prefer to nest in the soil or in open spaces such as under rocks, in old stumps, or in the holes of wood. They are common in suburban gardens. While they prefer to stay outdoors, they are frequently drawn inside houses by the smell of sugary foods or fats.

Lifecycle

Sugar ants have a traditional colony structure with a queen and various castes of workers. During late spring or summer, "alates" (winged ants) may emerge from the nest to mate and start new colonies.

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FAQs About Sugar Ant

Can Sugar ants cause harm?

Sugar ants do not have a sting, but they have large mandibles and can deliver a sharp bite if they feel the nest is threatened.

What are the signs of Sugar ant infestation?

If you notice large, colourful ants seen foraging individually or in small groups on kitchen floors or garden paths, particularly at dusk, you are dealing with a sugar ant infestation.

Where are the nests usually located?

The nests of sugar ants are typically located in the ground, marked by a small mound of dirt or a hole under a rock.

Camponotus consobrinus / Banded Sugar Ant

Key Information

Distribution 

Australia Wide.

Typical nest location

Soil, under rocks, or in timber.

Outdoor / Indoor pest

Primarily outdoor, but will enter homes for food.

Distinguishing features
/ Important Points

Distinctive orange and black bands; large size.

Colony structure

Single Queen.

Diet Preference

High preference for sweets (honeydew/sugar) and fats.

Safety Concerns

High preference for sweets (honeydew/sugar) and fats

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