Black
Black carpenter ants taking sugars from Peony nectaries.
About Black
Black carpenter ants (Camponotus pennsylvanicus) are large, smooth-bodied insects commonly found in Middle Tennessee homes, including areas like Franklin and Brentwood. They are attracted to sugary substances and often forage on peony nectaries, potentially damaging wooden structures as they create nests. Homeowners should monitor for these ants to prevent infestations that can compromise wood integrity.
Black (Black carpenter ants taking sugars from Peony nectaries.) is a household pest commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Household Pests identification guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter Black regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Black
- Scientific Name
- Black carpenter ants taking sugars from Peony nectaries.
- Category
- Household Pest
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
