Javascript Disabled Detected

You currently have javascript disabled. Several functions may not work. Please re-enable javascript to access full functionality.

Welcome to Formiculture.com!

This is a website for anyone interested in Myrmecology and all aspects of finding, keeping, and studying ants. The site and forum are free to use. Register now to gain access to all of our features. Once registered and logged in, you will be able to create topics, post replies to existing threads, give reputation points to your fellow members, get your own private messenger, post status updates, manage your profile and so much more. If you already have an account, login here - otherwise create an account for free today!

Ants in Phoenix

Started By thepick48 , Jun 8 2017 4:42 PM

Please log in to reply

3 replies to this topic

#1 Offline thepick48 - Posted June 8 2017 - 4:42 PM

Newbie

Members
2 posts

Good evening,

I have these tiny ants all over my tree here in Phoenix, AZ. They have been on it for awhile. I don't see any any hills nearby so not sure if they are living in the tree. Really wish I could get a great picture of them but they are really fast. Not sure if you will be able to tell what they are or at least tell me if it is possible they are carpenter ants. Really wondering if there is something wrong with the tree. It is a Palo Verde tree that is native to the desert climates.

Appareciate anyone's help.

#2 Offline gcsnelling - Posted June 8 2017 - 4:58 PM

Expert

Members
1,652 posts

Forelius sp.

thepick48 likes this

#3 Offline thepick48 - Posted June 8 2017 - 5:05 PM

Newbie

Members
2 posts

Forelius sp.

Thank you so much!

#4 Offline 123LordOfAnts123 - Posted June 8 2017 - 5:11 PM

Advanced Member

Members
328 posts

LocationOrlando, Florida

Forelius species. Strictly ground nesting.

If they're heading up a tree, they're either working extrafloral nectaries or tending honeydew producing hemipterans. Most likely the latter.