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Longhorn Crazy Ant

Longhorn Crazy Ant

Paratrechina longicornis

A species of Crazy ant, Also known as Hairy Ant, Long-Horned Ant, Crazy Ant

The longhorn Crazy Ant (Paratrechina longicornis) has earned its name through two interesting features. First, the "longhorn" part of their name comes from the 12-segmented antennae, which is incredibly long. The "crazy" part of its name comes from its rebellious nature to move in erratic patterns. Other ants tend to stay in more orderly patterns.

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General Info About Longhorn Crazy Ant
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Attributes of Longhorn Crazy Ant
Colors
Brown
Black
Habitat
building; urban area; garden; coastal scrub; lowland rainforest; dry forest; savannah shrubland; roadside
Adult Food Sources
Sugars from honeydew, live or dead insects, grease, fruits, various household foods
Larva Food Source
Dissolved sugars, proteins from predigested food, lipids provided by worker ants, honeydew collected by adult ants, small insect parts brought by workers
Biting/stinging
The Longhorn Crazy Ant may bite humans actively. Please stay away from it.
Allergy-causing
The Longhorn Crazy Ant has special defensive behaviors that can trigger an allergic reaction. If there are serious reactions, seek IMMEDIATE medical attention.
Defensive attack
The Longhorn Crazy Ant has special defensive behaviors that can trigger an allergic reaction. If there are serious reactions, seek IMMEDIATE medical attention.
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Species Status of Longhorn Crazy Ant
They have a broad distribution, including much of the tropics and subtropics and are also found in buildings in more temperate regions, making them one of the most widespread ant species in the world.
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Adult Size of Longhorn Crazy Ant
4 mm
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Predators of Longhorn Crazy Ant Larvae
Ants (other species), ant-eating birds, spiders, insectivorous mammals
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Predators of Adult Longhorn Crazy Ant
Ants (larger species or other predatory species), birds, spiders, insectivorous mammals, lizards
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Interesting Facts About Longhorn Crazy Ant
Longhorn Crazy Ant can survive massive head trauma, living for weeks without its head until it eventually dies from starvation or dehydration.
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Scientific Classification of Longhorn Crazy Ant
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Ants
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Youth Habitat of Longhorn Crazy Ant
Urban and Suburban Areas, Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Tropical Rainforests
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Habitat Preferences of Longhorn Crazy Ant Through Different Life Stages
The larvae of longhorn Crazy Ant can be found in dark, humid locations such as under rocks, logs, or within leaf litter on the ground. Adults, on the other hand, can be spotted roaming in various environments, ranging from kitchen spaces in search of food to outdoor pavements and gardens. To track the various growth stages of longhorn Crazy Ant, one should search beneath objects on the soil and inspect ground-level vegetation for larvae while exploring open areas and human dwellings for foraging adults.
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The longhorn Crazy Ant has special defensive behaviors that can trigger an allergic reaction. If there are serious reactions, seek IMMEDIATE medical attention.

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Are Longhorn Crazy Ant harmful to humans?

Longhorn Crazy Ant (Paratrechina longicornis) is a species of ant that can bite humans when threatened. It is found in many human environments and colonizes homes. Since it is a foraging insect, it is also very common in places like convenience stores and restaurants where there is a regular food supply. The insect's bite is painful and it often injects a formic acid which it secretes into the wound, causing burning and discomfort. This bite is painful but not particularly dangerous and should be cleaned and disinfected as with any cut or wound. However, the ant has been known to bear pathogenic microbes in hospital environments, so if any symptoms result after a bite, seek immediate medical assistance.
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Bite Humans

Longhorn Crazy Ant typically do not bite humans. As a species focused on scavenging and tending to aphids for honeydew, they rarely have a reason to bite humans for defense or other purposes. Should a bite occur, it would have minimal consequences due to their non-aggressive nature towards humans.

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Structural Pests

Longhorn Crazy Ant is known to infest homes, gnawing on wood and fabrics leading to property damage. In the larval stage, they can harm crops, whereas adults target electrical equipment, leading to potential fire hazards. Their existence in homes can cause food contamination. This infestation requires serious pest management strategies to control and mitigate the damages caused.

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Nuisance Pests

Longhorn Crazy Ant, common in domestic settings, is known to infest food supplies, causing mild to severe distress. Annoyance intensifies with their numbers and adaptability to cohabitate with humans, undermining sanitation and peace of mind.

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Longhorn Crazy Ant are integral to ecosystems as they break down various organic materials, including dead animals, plant remains, food scraps, and garbage. Present in all life stages, these insects possess an amazing ability to recycle nutrients, enhancing soil fertility and structure. Often overlooked, they work continuously, contributing to the circle of life and nutrient cycles.
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