Cerapachyini

Forel, 1893

Genus Guides

Cerapachyini is a tribe of ants within the Dorylinae, historically classified under Ponerinae. Members of this tribe are specialized known for raiding . Some , such as Sphinctomyrmex, exhibit functional with multiple -laying queens coexisting without conflict, and display periodicity with synchronized brood development cycles. The tribe has undergone taxonomic revision, with current classification placing it within Dorylinae rather than Ponerinae.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Cerapachyini: //ˌsɛɹəˈpækʰɪˌaɪni//

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Distribution

Australia (documented for Sphinctomyrmex); broader geographic range of tribe not specified in available sources

Diet

Predatory; specific prey preferences not documented in available sources

Life Cycle

periodicity observed in Sphinctomyrmex: synchronized brood development cycles

Behavior

Raiding documented as characteristic trait; functional observed with multiple -laying queens coexisting without antagonism

Misconceptions

Formerly classified within Ponerinae; now placed in Dorylinae based on revised

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Taxonomic History

Originally described by Forel in 1893. The Catalogue of Life currently lists Cerapachyini as a synonym, indicating ongoing taxonomic revision. The source study uses the classification Formicidae: Ponerinae; Cerapachyini, reflecting historical placement.

Study Limitations

Available information derived from abstract only; full study details not accessible. Most traits documented only for Sphinctomyrmex, not necessarily generalizable to entire tribe.