Carpenter Ants

Authors

Ryan S. Davis, Utah State University

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

5-1-2008

Abstract

Carpenter ants in the genus Camponotus (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) are considered some of the most serious pests to wood structures worldwide. There are over 900 species of carpenter ants in the world, 50 in the United States and Canada, and 12 in Utah. In nature, carpenter ants are most abundant in forests and can be easily found under loose bark of dead trees, stumps, or fallen logs.

Recommended Citation

Davis, Ryan S., "Carpenter Ants" (2008). All Current Publications. Paper 869.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/extension_curall/869