Meaning of the word "sugar ant" in English

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sugar ant

US /ˈʃʊɡ.ər ˌænt/
UK /ˈʃʊɡ.ər ˌænt/
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Noun

1.

a small, dark-colored ant (Camponotus consobrinus) common in Australia, known for its fondness for sweet substances

Example:
We found a trail of sugar ants leading to the spilled juice.
Sugar ants are a common pest in Australian homes.
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