Pseudomyrmex seminole

Ward, 1985

Seminole Twig Ant

Pseudomyrmex seminole is a of twig described by Ward in 1985. The references the Seminole people of Florida, where this species occurs. Like other members of the Pseudomyrmex, it exhibits the characteristic elongate, -like body form and notably large that distinguish this group from most other ants. The species belongs to a diverse Neotropical genus containing over 200 species, many of which are associated with woody vegetation.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Pseudomyrmex seminole: //ˌsjuːdoʊˈmɜːrmɛks ˈsɛmɪnoʊl//

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Distribution

Known from Florida, USA. The specific epithet and reference the Seminole people, indicating a southeastern U.S. distribution centered on Florida.

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Taxonomic Context

Pseudomyrmex seminole was described by myrmecologist Philip Ward in 1985. Ward has conducted extensive revisionary work on the Pseudomyrmex, which contains over 200 primarily distributed in the Neotropics. The genus is noted for its morphological uniformity combined with high , presenting significant identification challenges.