Pavement Ant vs Western Chicken Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pavement Ant | Western Chicken Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tetramorium caespitum | Ceratophyllus niger |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Ceratophyllidae |
| Size | 2.5-4 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Western North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Pavement Ant
A common urban ant that nests under sidewalks, driveways, and building foundations. They are well known for their spectacular territorial wars fought on pavements in spring.
Did You Know?
Rival colonies wage mass battles on sidewalks involving thousands of workers grappling in one-on-one combat.
Western Chicken Flea
A poultry flea common in western North America that infests chickens and other domestic birds. Heavy infestations reduce egg production and can kill young chicks.
Did You Know?
Larvae develop in accumulated nest debris and droppings in poultry houses rather than on the bird itself.