what kind of ant is black with brown also?
Odorous House Ants. 1  Appearance: Odorous house ants are dark brown to black in color and range in size from 1/16-1/8 inch. 2  Region: This species is found in all regions of the United States. 3  Habitat: Typically living for several years, odorous house ants are known to make their homes in exposed soil.