Smooth Harvester Ants

Veromessor

Classification

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Veromessor: //ˌvɛroʊˈmɛsɔr//

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Images

Veromessor lariversi by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Veromessor andrei castaneus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Veromessor andrei castaneus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Veromessor andrei castaneus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Veromessor andrei castaneus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Veromessor andrei castaneus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

Summary

Veromessor andrei is a species of harvester ant in the genus Veromessor, which is known for its smooth texture and behavior of harvesting seeds.

Habitat

Native to California, Oregon, Baja California, and possibly Nevada, Arizona, and Colorado.

Distribution

California, Oregon, Baja California; possibly Nevada, Arizona, and Colorado.

Tags

  • Veromessor
  • Smooth Harvester Ants
  • harvester ant
  • insects