Leptogenys manni

Wheeler, 1923

Florida Razorjaw Ant

Leptogenys manni is one of only two described Leptogenys native to the continental United States. It is to Florida, where it has been recorded from 22 counties. The species was previously suspected to be but is now considered native to the region. It belongs to a of predatory ants known for cooperative hunting and swarm-raid .

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Leptogenys manni: //ˌlɛptəˈdʒɛnɪs ˈmænaɪ//

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Identification

Leptogenys manni can be distinguished from Leptogenys elongata, the other Leptogenys in the continental United States, by geographic range: L. manni occurs in Florida while L. elongata ranges from Texas to Arizona and south into Mexico. Within Florida, L. manni is the only Leptogenys species documented. Generic characteristics include elongated and a slender body form typical of the .

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Distribution

Native to Florida, with confirmed records from 22 counties across the state. One isolated record from Georgia requires corroboration. No credible evidence of establishment beyond its native range.

Similar Taxa

Leptogenys elongataThe only other Leptogenys in the continental United States; distinguished by geographic separation (Texas-Arizona-Mexico vs. Florida)

Misconceptions

Previously listed as an established in North America, but subsequent research found no credible evidence of establishment beyond its native Florida range.

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Taxonomic history

Originally described by Wheeler in 1923. Its native status in Florida was confirmed through comprehensive specimen record compilation and mapping (Wetterer 2015).