Qui tam, which is a feature of the False Claims Act, is a unique mechanism that allows persons and entities with evidence of fraud against federal programs to sue the wrongdoer on behalf of the government.
Odorous House Ants. 1  Appearance: Odorous house ants are dark brown to black in color and range in size from 1/16-1/8 inch. 2  Region: This species is found in all regions of the United States. 3  Habitat: Typically living for several years, odorous house ants are known to make their homes in exposed soil.
Carpenter ants vary in size based on their role in the colony and genus, but generally are much larger than any of the numerous varieties of common household ants. Among the most common species of black carpenter ant in North America, Campontonus pennsylvanicus, sizes vary between 5/16 inch (0.8 cm) to 1 inch (2.54 cm).1  Winged queen: The queen is the largest ant in the colony, and can be as long as 1 inch (2.54 cm). Winged queen: The queen is the largest ant in the colony, and can be as long as 1 inch (2.54 cm). 2  Winged reproductives, males and females: 3/4 inch (1.9 cm). 3  Major workers: Among black carpenter ants, they range from 3/8 to 1/2 inch (1 cm to 1.3 cm).