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Barbary Harvester Ant

Messor barbarus
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Summary

Messor barbarus, commonly known as the harvester ant, is a species of ant belonging to the genus Messor. These ants are native to the Mediterranean region and are known for their impressive foraging behavior. They have a robust body structure, with workers measuring around 6-10 mm in length. Harvester ants are named for their unique habit of collecting and storing seeds as their primary food source.

Barbary Harvester Ant

Messor barbarus
Local Pest Control

Tags

harmless

Scientific classification

kingdom: Animalia
phylum: Arthropoda
class: Insecta
order: Hymenoptera
family: Formicidae
genus: Messor

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