Although we have a page on ants, there is so much interest in Carpenter Ants that it was necessary to add this page.
Many people think of carpenter ants as being large.
In reality, there are thirty possible sizes for carpenter ants. Another area of confusion is the winged ants. Carpenter Ants, as well as other ants, have a segment of their population known as the reproductive stage. These flying ants are often confused with winged termite reproductives. Carpenter Ants are very common in areas that have a high water table.