Species Spotlight - Lasius niger

A detailed illustration of Lasius niger ants in their natural habitat, including one ant flying, a nest, and a summer garden setting

Lasius niger Ant Quiz

Test your knowledge about the fascinating Lasius niger ant, commonly known as the black garden ant. This quiz will guide you through interesting facts about its behavior, habitat, and life cycle.

Join the fun and learn something new! Here are a few highlights:

Discover why flying ants swarm.
Learn about their nesting habits.
Find out how long they live.

9 Questions2 MinutesCreated by BusyBee102

I normally fly between June and September when it is ...

Cool and windy

Hot and calm

Hot and wet

Cool and calm

Where do I normally live?

Nests in dry soil

Nests in living trees

Nests in marshland

Nests in the walls of houses

Why do I appear in swarms? Select all that apply

To increase my chance of finding mates

For protection from predators

Social organisms don't like to be alone

To eat as much of your picnic as possible

Why do I normally appear earlier in cities?

Urban areas are warmer than rural areas (urban heat island effect)

Pollution

Urban areas are too noisy

There are more people in cities so you just notice me faster

Which 2018 sporting event did I interrupt leading to a competitor saying: "You want to focus on ______ ______ and not eating bugs".

Wimbledon

London Marathon

World Snooker Championship

Cricket World Cup

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