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Pharaoh Ant

Identification & Control

(Monomorium pharaonis)

Tiny yellow-tan ant that forms large indoor colonies.

Tiny, persistent, and unimpressed by surface treatments.

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Physical Appearance

  • Very small ants, yellow to light brown
  • Often mistaken for other tiny ants
  • Can appear in kitchens/bathrooms and near warmth

Common Locations

  • Wall voids, electrical outlets, warm interior spaces
  • Near appliances and plumbing
  • Indoor-only nesting

Why They're a Problem

Spraying can make this worse—colonies fracture easily, creating multiple new nests if treated incorrectly.

Homeowner Tips

Spraying can make this worse—colonies fracture easily, creating multiple new nests if treated incorrectly.

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Pharaoh Ant

Ants

  • Very small ants, yellow to light brown
  • Often mistaken for other tiny ants
  • Can appear in kitchens/bathrooms and near warmth
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