Amblyoponinae
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Stigmatomma
Dracula ants
Stigmatomma is a genus of ants in the subfamily Amblyoponinae with worldwide distribution. The genus was revived from synonymy with Amblyopone by Yoshimura & Fisher (2012) based on worker mandible morphology. Species are specialized predators with a cryptobiotic lifestyle, inhabiting soil and rotten wood in humid forests.
Stigmatomma oregonense
Western Dracula Ant
Stigmatomma oregonense is a species of Dracula ant in the subfamily Amblyoponinae, native to western North America. It is a specialized predator known to hunt centipedes. The species was first described by Wheeler in 1915 and has been maintained in live colonies for public display and research. Like other members of its genus, it exhibits predatory behaviors characteristic of the Amblyoponinae.
Stigmatomma pallipes
vampire ant, Eastern Dracula Ant
Stigmatomma pallipes, commonly known as the vampire ant or Eastern Dracula Ant, is a species of ant in the subfamily Amblyoponinae native to North America. It is one of three Stigmatomma species found on the continent. This species is notable for its small colony size and cryptic lifestyle, making it difficult to encounter in the field. The species is a specialized predator, though specific prey details are not well documented.