What Do Acrobat Ants Look Like?
Acrobat ants are dark red to black in color and are relatively small, measuring 3 to 5 mm in length. They get their name from their ability to acrobatically raise their abdomen over their thorax and head, especially when they are disturbed. Acrobat ants have heart-shaped abdomens, stingers, and 11-segmented antennae with a 3-segmented club.
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What are the Signs of an Acrobat Ant Infestation?
Acrobat ants prefer to nest in moist or decaying wood and are commonly found outdoors in tree stumps, dead limbs, and logs. They also nest in rotting areas of fences, decks, and railings. Acrobat ants can enter your home through foundation cracks around pipes and wiring. Once inside, they tend to nest in insulation and woodwork. These ants often nest inside wood that already contains insect tunnels or water-damaged areas. The most common signs of an acrobat ant infestation are ant trails on utility lines and small piles of sawdust as they excavate their nests.
What Problems Do Acrobat Ants Cause?
The presence of acrobat ants usually indicates decaying wood or water-damaged areas on your property. Unlike carpenter ants, these ants do not cause significant damage to wood, as they tend to infest wood that has already been damaged. However, acrobat ants will strip the insulation from electrical wires, which can cause short circuits. Acrobat ants may bite when threatened.
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