Ghost Ants ( Tapinoma melanocephalum )

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Ghost Ant
AppearanceBlack head, white abdomen, emits a lemon-like sour smell when squished
Size0.1 ~ 0.2 cm
AggressivenessModerate, may occasionally nip you
ToxicityVery low, bites may cause slight itching
DietOmnivorous, enjoys sweet foods
Suitable Type of InsecticideLiquid

Pharaoh Ant ( Monomorium pharaonis )

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Pharaoh Ant
Appearanceellow body, black abdomen, variable worker size
Size 0.2 ~ 0.3 cm
AggressivenessModerate, may occasionally nip you
ToxicityNone
DietOmnivorous
Suitable Type of InsecticideLiquid

Monomorium

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Monomorium
AppearanceUsually has two colors, appears delicate, variable worker size
Size 0.2 ~ 0.3 cm
AggressivenessModerate, may occasionally nip you
ToxicityNone
DietOmnivorous
Suitable Type of InsecticideLiquid

Tetramorium nipponense

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Tetramorium nipponense
AppearanceYellowish-brown with a slightly black abdomen, usually found outdoors
Size 0.3 ~ 0.4 cm
AggressivenessHigh
ToxicitySlight, may leave small red marks and cause itching
DietOmnivorous, prefers oils
Suitable Type of InsecticideGranular

Pheidole

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Pheidole
AppearanceBlack or brown, appears with longer limbs, has soldiers with large heads
Size0.3 ~ 0.5 cm
AggressivenessModerate, only attacks when disturbed
ToxicityNone
DietOmnivorous, prefers oils
Suitable Type of InsecticideGranular

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