Strumigenys ananeotes

Longino & Booher, 2019

Strumigenys ananeotes is a of miniature trap-jaw described in 2019 from Rica. It belongs to a diverse of predatory ants known for their elongated that snap shut to capture prey. The species name derives from Greek, meaning 'newly emerged' or 'returning to life', possibly referencing its discovery or cryptic habits. Like other members of its genus, it is likely a specialized of small soil arthropods.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Strumigenys ananeotes: /ˌstrʊmɪˈdʒɛnɪs ˌænəˈniːətiːz/

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Rica

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Etymology

The specific epithet 'ananeotes' is derived from the Greek word meaning 'newly emerged' or 'returning to life'.

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