Windows
2 options- Press Win + . (period) to open the emoji & symbol picker.
- Or in Word: type 1F41C then Alt + X for the first codepoint.
Multi-codepoint sequence — emoji picker is the reliable option.
Ant Symbol
A symbol from the Animal Symbols collection. Click the symbol or the button below to copy.
- Symbol
- 🐜
- Unicode
- U+1F41C
- HTML entity
- 🐜
- Category
- Animal Symbols
Export
Download Ant as SVG or PNG — or add a caption to make a labelled icon, badge or sticker.
Background
This emoji keeps its own colors. Add a background to turn it into an app icon or avatar. Exports are self-contained and render the same anywhere. Without a background, exports are transparent.
106 of 116 in the animal symbols collection
About the ant symbol
The ant emoji is read as "ant" or simply "bug." It depicts a small, six-legged insect seen from above, often shown in black or brown with segmented body parts and antennae.
This character is used to represent ants themselves, as well as broader concepts like insects, nature, and the outdoors. It can also symbolize hard work, teamwork, and diligence, reflecting the ant’s reputation for industry and cooperation. In messaging, it may appear in discussions about picnics, gardening, or summer, and sometimes carries a playful tone for small annoyances or persistence.
How to type Ant
Native keyboard shortcuts for each operating system — derived from the codepoint, so the steps below are always accurate.
macOS
2 options- Press Control + Command + Space to open the Character Viewer.
- Search by name or paste the symbol — easiest path for multi-codepoint sequences.
Linux
1 step- Press Ctrl + Shift + U, type 1F41C, then press Enter or Space.
Copy in every format
Every form of this character — for HTML, CSS, JavaScript, URLs and more. Click any value to copy.
Text vs emoji presentation
This codepoint has two standardized presentations. Append U+FE0E to force the monochrome text form, or U+FE0F to force the colorful emoji form. Default presentation: emoji.
Related animal symbols
Other animal symbols you can copy and paste — explore similar Unicode characters from the same family.
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- 🐺Wolf FaceCopy the wolf face symbol→
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- 🐱Cat FaceCopy the cat face symbol→
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