These tiny insects pack a deadly punch that rivals some of Earth's most venomous creatures. Most people dismiss ants as picnic pests, but the reality is nowhere near that simple.
Camponotus ligniperda ants require a balanced diet of both proteins and carbohydrates. Camponotus ligniperda stand as one of Europe's largest ant species. The workers measure 7-15 mm in length, and queens grow up to 18 mm.