-
Residential services
Residential services
Most popular package$102/moPest + termite planOur specialized termite treatments help minimize their presence, while our core management services keeps up to 20 other pests in check.Find your plan - Service areas
- About
- Special offers
- Contact
Call now for a free quote
(877) 372-9696
(877) 372-9696
Little black ants.
Tiny but persistent, little black ants often form large colonies and invade homes in search of sweets and grease. Learn how to recognize their trails, nesting habits, and ways to keep them out for good.
Call now
(877) 372-9696
(877) 372-9696
or request your free quote
"*" indicates required fields
*Email/SMS opt-in details listed below
In need of customer support? Contact us here.
In need of customer support? Contact us here.
Table of contents
Learn more about little black ants.
Scientifically known as the monomorium minimu, little black ants are characterized by their jet black color and crowding tendencies. Commonly found in Mexico, or the southern United States, little black ants enjoy feasting on vegetables, greasy, or oily foods. Trailing along sidewalks, lining foundation walls, and burrowing under the carpet, these ants can prove to be particularly bothersome for Carolinians. For help with a little black ant infestation, give our pest control experts a call for a free inspection!
| Pest identification: Little black ant | |
|---|---|
| Size | 1/16 in. |
| Color | Shiny black |
| Body structure | Head, thorax, and abdomen with two nodes on the pedicel connecting the thorax and abdomen. |
| Characteristics | Colonies can range from moderate to large in size and may feature multiple queens, which are 2–3 times the size of worker ants. |
| Habitat & behavior | Little black ants like to nest in moist areas. Outdoors, they are commonly found beneath lumber, in mulch, in rotting logs, or beneath debris. They feed primarily on honeydew, pollen, and other insects. Indoors, they are drawn to sugary items, bread, and meat, and can nest in wall voids, under carpeting, or behind bricks. |
| Commonly active | Spring / Summer / Fall |
| Prevention & treatment | Keep food prep and dining areas clean and free of food residue. Clear outdoor debris and seal cracks around your home. Store-bought baits may kill some worker ants, but won’t reach the colony. For full elimination, consult a pest control professional for treatment. |
Call now
(877) 372-9696
(877) 372-9696
or request your free quote
"*" indicates required fields
*Email/SMS opt-in details listed below In need of customer support? Contact us here.