Black Garden Ant Lasius niger
Probably the commonest Ant in Nottinghamshire, Lasius niger is an extremely familiar Ant which is very often found in gardens. It is probably best known for the masses of flying ants which occur on humid July and August afternoons.
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UK distribution of Lasius niger
 

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Updated September 2011

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