There are over fifty species of ant found in the UK, most of which are found in the south. The most common species of ant found in Britain is Lasius niger , the common black garden ant. Below I …

Formica rufa, red or southern wood ant – A large ant. It builds large thatched mounds in open woodland. Formica rufibarbis – A large rare ant found in a small number of sites in southern …

The southern wood ant is the UK’s largest ant species with workers reaching 10mm in length and queens 12mm in length. It is a reddish-brown colour, with a black head and abdomen. Worker: …

The southern wood ant, also known as the 'red wood ant' or 'horse Ant', is an aggressive predator, equipped with large, biting jaws and the ability to spray formic acid in defence. It feeds on a …

2023年7月14日 · Read on to discover the seven largest ants you can find in England. 1. Carpenter Ants. The carpenter ants (Camponotus ligniperda) of England are extremely large, …

Read on to learn about the identification, behavior, and control of the 7 most common ant invaders you’re likely to meet in your home, garden, or neighborhood in the UK. 1. Black …

Our largest UK ant, F. sanguinea, nests in decaying tree stumps, logs, under stones or underground, while F. rufibarbis nests entirely underground. There are three true (Formica rufa …

2024年4月22日 · The British wood ant, scientifically known as Formica rufa, is the largest ant species found in the UK. They are commonly found in woodlands, heathlands, and moorlands …

Discover our large selection of Queen ants and colonies for a submerging experience. Whether you're a beginner looking for Lasius species (Black Ants) or an experienced ant keeper …