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You Won’t Believe What Killed These Carpenter Ants Forever
Uncover the Surprising Culprit Behind a Dead Colony—And What It Means for Pest Control When you spot carpenter ants lying still in your home, it’s disconcerting. These industrious insects are known for boring into wood and building intricate colonies—but what happens when an entire colony of carpenter ants meets an unexpected end? Recent observations have revealed something fascinating—and somewhat alarming: you won’t believe what killed these carpenter ants forever. ### The Classic Carpenter Ant Assault: Natural Predators and Risks Carpenter ants (Camponotus species) native to North America are common home invaders, driven by their need for nesting in moist or decaying wood. Their colonies rely on worker ants that forage relentlessly, using mandibles and strong exoskeletons to defend territory. However, natural predators like spiders, beetles, birds, and even other ants often keep populations in check—until a hidden killer intervenes.