Solenopsis amblychila

Description

Solenopsis amblychila is a species of ant (in the genus of "fire ants") native to the southwestern United States. It can withstand very dry conditions but can be found in well watered lawns, and is usually found to nest in soil, under rocks, or under pieces of wood. A notable feature of this species is its pale golden or yellow coloration which makes it commonly mistaken for Solenopsis aurea, which also has a golden coloration. Workers are known to be polymorphic, and contain both minor and major workers in colonies.