Asian Marauder Army Ant vs Spider Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Marauder Army Ant | Spider Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dorylus laevigatus | Cryptocheilus bicolor |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Pompilidae |
| Size | 2-10 mm | 20-35 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Borneo, Peninsular Malaysia | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Asian Marauder Army Ant
A subterranean army ant of Southeast Asian forests that raids termite nests through underground tunnels. It is one of the few Dorylus species found in Asia.
Did You Know?
It represents an ancient Asian lineage of driver ants, showing that Dorylus once had a much wider range than Africa.
Spider Wasp
A large orange and black wasp that hunts huntsman spiders for its larvae.
Did You Know?
It paralyzes spiders many times its own weight and drags them to a burrow.