Carpenter ants are social insects that live in large colonies with worker ants and their queen ant. The worker ants are between ¼ of an inch to ½ an inch long and are the smallest residents of the colony that work hard to gather food and water for the colony. read more
As you observe ants, try estimate their size. Carpenter ants are not very big. Normally, you will see worker ants around your home. They are generally 3/8 to 1/2 an inch. However, in some areas carpenter ants tend to be smaller. In Minnesota, for example, some carpenter ants are only 3/16 of an inch. read more
If so, you probably have carpenter ants. Unlike most species of ants, which are often considered nuisance pests at their worst, carpenter ants can do real damage to your home. Carpenter ants excavate through the wood, creating smooth tunnels, to build their nests. read more