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Neivamyrmex harrisii
Harris' Legionary Ant
Neivamyrmex harrisii is a species of legionary ant in the family Formicidae. Like other members of the genus Neivamyrmex, it is a nomadic, mostly nocturnal ant that raids the nests of other ant species to prey on larvae and pupae. The species is part of a group of ants that includes army ants, characterized by their raiding behavior and lack of permanent nests. Colonies are known to be sedentary during winter months.
Pseudoponera stigma
Pantropical Wolf Ant
A pantropical ant species in the subfamily Ponerinae, commonly known as the Pantropical Wolf Ant. The species has been documented across tropical regions including South America and parts of the United States, with 42 iNaturalist observations supporting its broad distribution. It belongs to a genus of ground-dwelling ants characterized by solitary foraging behavior and predatory habits.
Strumigenys ananeotes
Strumigenys ananeotes is a species of miniature trap-jaw ant described in 2019 from Costa Rica. It belongs to a diverse genus of predatory ants known for their elongated mandibles that snap shut to capture prey. The species name derives from Greek, meaning 'newly emerged' or 'returning to life', possibly referencing its discovery or cryptic habits. Like other members of its genus, it is likely a specialized predator of small soil arthropods.