[1] The species was not formally distinguished as being different from Formica fusca until 1917,[2] and was not clearly described until 1954.

[3] This species of ant is found throughout most of Europe, and parts of Asia.

[1] They are most fond of the northern mountainous forests, as they are adapted to cooler temperatures.

[4] They inhabit the coniferous forests in those regions.

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