Environmental department warns of effects on nature and infrastructure - please report sightings
In the urban area of the science city of Darmstadt, the invasive ant tapinoma Magnum found for the first time. According to information from the citizens, an expert confirmed the infestation north of the Noackstrasse in the Lincoln settlement . The species, which comes from the Mediterranean, prefers to spread out in human -changing habitats - often in paving areas, technical systems or even inside buildings.
Aggressive spread threatens domestic species
"The consequences for nature can be serious," warns environmental director Michael Kolmer . " Local ants that take on important functions in our ecosystems are replaced by the great competitiveness of Tapinoma Magnum." Kolmer appeals to all citizens to only specialist companies with combat - and only after a clear determination by expert .
How to recognize tapinoma magnum
- Completely colored in black
- Forms super colonies with a lot of workers
- Large punch, e.g. B. between paving stones
- Intensive ant roads, often multi -lane and heavily frequented
- Very quick reaction to disorders at the nest entrance
- Workers of different sizes within a colony
Reliable identification is only possible by experts .
Please report sightings - coordinated measures planned
The city coordinates the further measures to combat the invasive type. Surpreted sightings should
be sent meaningful image material , location and contact by email to
📧 tapinoma@darmstadt.de
Further information on the topic and the correct procedure for suspicions should shortly also be available on the official website of the city.
(Darmstadt - Reed/PSD/Stip)
