23,694 observationsLeast Concern
American Winter Ant
Prenolepis imparis
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Arthropoda βΊClass: Insecta βΊOrder: Hymenoptera βΊFamily: Formicidae βΊGenus: Prenolepis
About
Prenolepis imparis is a species of ant in the genus Prenolepis. The species is found in North America, from Canada to Mexico. Unusual among ants, Prenolepis imparis prefers lower temperatures, including near freezing, and is only active outside the nest during winter and early spring.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of American Winter Ant is Prenolepis imparis.
- American Winter Ant belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- American Winter Ant belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- American Winter Ant belongs to the class Insecta.
- American Winter Ant belongs to the order Hymenoptera.
- American Winter Ant belongs to the family Formicidae.
- American Winter Ant belongs to the genus Prenolepis.