Red Ant
Myrmica rubra
The adult red ant lives in moist grassland, woodland edges, gardens, and hedgerows, nesting in soil, rotting wood, moss, or under stones. Workers forage for small arthropods, carrion, nectar, seeds, and honeydew, using strong mandibles to carry food and brood. When threatened, an individual can bite for grip and deliver a painful venomous sting. This species is notable for thriving in large colonies with multiple queens, especially in suitable damp habitats.
- Type
- Venom
- Conservation status
- NE
Growth chain
- Red Ant Larva
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- Red Ant
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