Abstract
The Pharaoh ant, Monomorium pharaonis, is a small species ca. 2 mm long which ranges from yellow to light red. This ant was first identified as Formica pharaonis by Linnaeus in 1758 and was given at least six other specific names before receiving its current name. The Pharaoh ant's unusual reproductive strategy undoubtedly contributes tributes to its pest status. Pharaoh ant control currently emphasizes the use of toxic baits. The only insect growth regulator registered for Pharaoh ant control is methoprene, marketed under the name of Pharorid. An early recommendation for Pharaoh ant control was the use of borax and sugar dissolved in boiling water and placed on broken crockery. On 18 March 1991, Pharaoh ants were monitored at the Bachelor Officer's Quarters by placing two to six baits per room in preselected rooms in all wings. The ability to estimate colony size would enhance greatly the development of more judicious and efficient methods of Pharaoh ant control.
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