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Pharoahs Ant
Monomorium pharaonis (L.)
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Description:
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Facts:
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Very small ant, yellowish in colour that produces multiple nests containing thousands of individuals. Very difficult to eradicate and a serious pest as it inhabits insanitary areas and in hospitals has even been seen feeding on open wounds with the attendant problem of spreading disease. |
Introduced: |
1950's?
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Origin:
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Legend
says Egypt, but more likely the americas
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Location:
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In
warm buildings such as Hospitals, Hotels, Flats etc
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Status:
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Increasing
problem
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Problems:
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Comments:
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| Poses significant health risks as it can transfer pathogens by its activities. | |||