Crematogastrini
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Crematogaster atkinsoni
Crematogaster atkinsoni is a species of ant in the tribe Crematogastrini, described by Wheeler in 1919. The genus Crematogaster, commonly known as acrobat ants, is characterized by a distinctive heart-shaped gaster that can be raised over the thorax when alarmed. Species in this genus are found across diverse habitats worldwide and are known for their ecological interactions with other organisms, including as predators of spider egg sacs and as hosts for myrmecophilous beetles.
Crematogaster cerasi
Cherry Acrobat Ant
Crematogaster cerasi is a species of acrobat ant in the tribe Crematogastrini, described by Asa Fitch in 1855. The species is distinguished by specific hair patterns and thoracic ridge characteristics. It is omnivorous, feeding on both animal and plant material. The common name 'Cherry Acrobat Ant' reflects its association with cherry trees and its characteristic behavior of raising its abdomen when disturbed.
Crematogaster crinosa
crinosa-complex Acrobat Ants
Crematogaster crinosa is a species of acrobat ant in the tribe Crematogastrini, described by Mayr in 1862. It belongs to the crinosa species complex, a group of closely related Crematogaster species that can be difficult to distinguish morphologically. The species is native to the Neotropics and has been documented in association with various wasp nests as a predator.
Nesomyrmex wilda
Nesomyrmex wilda is a species of ant in the family Formicidae, originally described by Smith in 1943. The species belongs to the genus Nesomyrmex, a group of myrmicine ants distributed primarily in tropical and subtropical regions. The specific epithet 'wilda' honors Alex Wild, a noted insect photographer and entomologist. The species has been documented through limited observations, with 19 records on iNaturalist as of the available data.