This small ant (1/10 to 3/4 inches long) are dark red and wingless. They live in large colonies which build large mounded nests. They prefer disturbed land to forests, and are commonly seen on roadsides, farms, pastures and lawns. They are very aggressive when disturbed and can produce a stinging bite. These ants and their nests should be avoided.

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