Allegheny mound ant
- Pronunciation
- /al-LEH-ghee mound ant/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Allegheny mound ant
- Plural
- Allegheny mound ants
Definition
A species of mound-building ant (Formica exsectoides) found in eastern North America.
Etymology
Named after the Allegheny Mountains region where it is commonly found.
Example
The Allegheny mound ant builds large, conspicuous nests that can reach over 4 feet high.
Related Terms
- Formica exsectoides
- Mound ant
- Ant nest