Scientific illustration of Formica fukaii ant - showing key identification features including head, thorax, and gaster.

Formica fukaii

Monogynous Parasitic Queen No Gamergate
Sci. Name
Formica fukaii
Tribe
Formicini
Subfamily
Formicinae
Author
Wheeler, 1914
Distribution
Found in 1 countries
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Introduction

Formica fukaii is a large, striking ant species native to Japan and surrounding regions. Workers measure 5–8 mm with a distinctive appearance: their head, mesosoma, and petiole are dark orange‑red to dark red

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Status by country, from Kass et al. 2022 & Wong et al. 2023

Native Invasive Introduced (indoor) Intercepted Unknown
2000 - 2026

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