Small honey ant

Pronunciation
/smôl ˈhənē ant/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Small honey ant
Plural
Small honey ants

Definition

A species of ant, Prenolepis imparis, known for its ability to store food in its abdomen, often mistaken for the true honey ant.

Etymology

Example

The small honey ant is a common species found across the continental USA.

Synonyms

  • False honey ant
  • Winter honey ant

Related Terms

  • Prenolepis imparis
  • Honey ant