[PDF] ant identification chart uk

The most common species of ant found in Britain is Lasius niger, the common black garden ant. Below I have described 9 of perhaps the most commonly seen species  Autres questions
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  • How do I identify ants UK?

    Black Garden Ant –The common black garden ant, normally found nesting in patios, along the edges of lawns and in fact almost anywhere. The workers are 3 to 5mm long with glossy black bodies. Red Ant – Deep red in colour and deliver a painful sting. They're very aggressive and would more likely attack than run away.

  • How do I identify different types of ants?

    These characteristics are important to help identify different species of ants, although they may not be easy to see:

    1The number of nodes in the petiole and whether they are clearly visible or are hidden.2The shape of the thorax.3The presence or absence of spines on the back of the thorax.

  • What type of ant is common in the UK?

    Black Ant (Lasius Niger)
    The Black Ant is the most common species found in the UK. Length: Worker ants are around 4-6mm, considerably smaller than the queen which can reach up to 15mm.
  • Introduction. There are a staggering 15,000 or more species of ant across the world but here in the UK there are 11 genera comprising 51 native species, with a further 1 genera and three species restricted to the Channel Islands.
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