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Desert Fire Ant

Solenopsis aurea

About

A golden-colored fire ant native to the deserts of the American Southwest. It builds inconspicuous nests in sandy soil and forages for insects.

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Did You Know?

Unlike its notorious invasive cousin, it is docile and rarely stings unless its nest is directly disturbed.