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Indian Giant Ant

Camponotus compressus

About

One of the largest and most common carpenter ants in India, with shiny black coloration and a robust build. Major workers have disproportionately large heads with powerful mandibles used for colony defense.

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Did You Know?

These ants are among the first to colonize urban environments and their foraging trails can extend over 100 meters from the nest.