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[Vern530]

I’m wondering what habitat or what prenelpsis imparis nest I’m trying to locate nest in my area so I can prepare for there nuptial flights at the end of this month

[gcsnelling]

THEIR preferred habitat in that part of California is pretty much anywhere not overly developed. You will just have to do some exploring to find them. Also please note spelling of the name Prenolepis imparis.

[ANTdrew]

How do you console an English teacher?
“There, they’re, their”

Anecdotally, I’ve seen big Prenolepis colonies next to various compost bins. I think the steady stream of sugary fruits and vegetables sustains them through the cold months. Setting up a compost bin could be a great way to improve habitat for Prenolepis.

[ponerinecat]

I find them very common in pine forests and chaparrel. Also have seen them next to some buildings and occasionally in oak forests.