Camponotus ligniperdus

Camponotus ligniperdus is a species of ant belonging to the carpenter ant family. It is characterized by its medium to large size, usually black or dark brown coloration, and smooth exoskeleton. This ant prefers wooded environments and often burrows into dead or decaying wood, where it excavates tunnels without damaging the wood's integrity significantly. Unlike some destructive carpenter ants, C. ligniperdus mainly feeds on natural resources like honeydew and small invertebrates. It plays a role in forest ecosystems by aiding in decomposition and nutrient cycling, and it typically does not pose a threat to human structures.