Lasius Niger Collection

Cross-section illustration of tunnel system inside nest of Black garden ant (Lasius niger)

Ant compound eye, SEM C018 / 0552
Ant compound eye, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The units in a compound eye, the ommatidia, each contain a cornea and photoreceptor cells

Picture No. 10984680
Common Black / Black Garden Ants feeding on honeydew from aphids - Lower Saxony, Germany (Lasius niger) Date:

Picture No. 10984678
Common Black / Black Garden Ants feeding on honeydew from aphids - Lower Saxony, Germany (Lasius niger) Date:

Picture No. 10984679
Common Black / Black Garden Ants feeding on honeydew from aphids - Lower Saxony, Germany (Lasius niger) Date:

Picture No. 10982657
Black Ant - over pink flowers Allariz, Galicia, Spain (Lasius niger) Date:

Picture No. 10982658
Black Ant - over pink flowers Allariz, Galicia, Spain (Lasius niger) Date:

Picture No. 10982656
Black Ant - over pink flowers Allariz, Galicia, Spain (Lasius niger) Date:

Coloured SEM of a Garden ant carrying a Rose aphid
Ant carrying an aphid. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a Garden ant Lasius niger with a Rose aphid nymph held in its mouthparts

Garden ant carrying a rose aphid, SEM
Ant carrying an aphid. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a garden ant (Lasius niger) with a rose aphid nymph (Macrosiphum rosae) held in its mouthparts

Ants feeding. Group of black garden ants (Lasius niger) feeding on a bread crumb. Photographed in Poland

Lasius niger, black garden ant

Lasius niger, black garden ant
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) of a black ant leg. Widespread and common in a range of habitats but perhaps most familiar in gardens where nests are formed under paving stones and brickwork

Black garden ants head, SEM
Black garden ant head, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This ant Lasius niger is found throughout Europe, Asia and parts of North America

Black garden ant, SEM
Black garden ant (Lasius niger), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This ant is found throughout Europe, Asia and parts of North America

False-col SEM of the head of a black garden ant
False-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a black garden ant Lasius niger, an infertile female worker

False-colour SEM of black garden ant
False-colour scanning electron micrograph of the black garden ant, Lasius niger. The species lives under flat garden stones, & feeds on caterpillars, earwigs, woodlice & other ants

False-col SEM of compound eye of black garden ant

SEM head of black garden ant
Scanning electron micrograph (SEM), tinted orange, of the head of a black garden ant Lasius niger, an infertile female worker

SEM of anal end of black garden ant
Scanning electron micrograph (SEM), tinted orange, of the gaster, or anal end, of a black garden ant (Lasius niger), where a jet of formic acid is expelled as a defense against potential attackers

Winged black ants. Swarm of winged black ants (Lasius niger) emerging from cracks in the ground. During the hot summer months winged reproductive males

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Lasius niger, commonly known as the Black garden ant, is a fascinating species of ant that exhibits remarkable characteristics. With its compound eyes, such as those seen in SEM C018 / 0552, this tiny creature has exceptional visual capabilities. But it's not just their eyes that make them intriguing; their intricate tunnel system inside the nest is equally impressive. A cross-section illustration reveals the complexity and organization within their underground abode (Picture No. 10984680). The ants diligently construct these tunnels to ensure the survival and prosperity of their colony. In Picture No. 10984678, we witness Lasius niger's industrious nature as they tirelessly work together to build and maintain their nests. These images showcase how they create an interconnected network of chambers for various purposes like brood rearing or storing food (Picture No. 10984679). The resilience and adaptability are further highlighted in Picture No. 10982657 where we see them navigating through challenging terrains with ease using their strong mandibles (jaws) and can overcome obstacles efficiently while carrying out essential tasks for the colony. A colored SEM image captures a Garden ant carrying a Rose aphid (Picture No. 10982658), showcasing another intriguing aspect of Lasius niger's behavior - symbiotic relationships with other insects like aphids. These ants have developed a mutually beneficial partnership with aphids by protecting them from predators while benefiting from honeydew secreted by these small insects (Colored SEM of a Garden ant carrying a Rose aphid). This unique interaction showcases the complexity and interdependence found within ecosystems. Observing ants feeding in Picture No. 10982656 provides insight into Lasius niger's dietary preferences and feeding habits – an essential part of sustaining their colonies' energy needs.