Jet Ant Lasius fuliginosus
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OrderAnts, Bees, Wasps, and Sawflies (Hymenoptera)
FamilyAnts (Formicidae)
GenusCitronella Ants, Fuzzy Ants, and Allies (Lasius)
Named for its glossy jet-black exoskeleton that gleams in sunlight, this striking ant thrives in European woodlands and grasslands. As part of the ancient Formicinae subfamily—one of nature's most successful ant lineages—it quietly contributes to soil health and ecosystem balance. Its sleek appearance and widespread European distribution make it a common denizen of the forest floor.
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