Camponotus Compressus - Indian Black Ant- Animal India

Camponotus Compressus - Indian Black Ant- Animal India

A large group of Indian Black Ants, or Common Godzilla Ants (Camponotus compressus), is seen nibbling on sugar residue from a sweet container in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on November 4, 2024. These ground-nesting ants are common in parks, gardens, plantations, and around human habitats across India and Southeast Asia. Recognizable by their large, black bodies and reddish-brown legs, major workers measure between 11 to 16 mm and have prominent mandibles, while minor workers, with smaller heads, range from 6 to 8 mm. Known as general predators, they also feed on plant sap and are frequently found in toilets, consuming urea. Additionally, they contribute to soil enri (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)

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