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.
C. pennsylvanicus can be distinguished from other carpenter ant species by the dull black color of the head and body, and by whitish or yellowish hairs on the abdomen. All castes of this species (including the major and minor workers, queens, and males) are black or blackish.