Florida Twig Ant vs Neotropical Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Florida Twig Ant | Neotropical Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudomyrmex ejectus | Ommatius orenoquensis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Asilidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Southeastern United States | South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Florida Twig Ant
A small yellowish ant that nests in dead twigs in the canopy of southeastern US forests. It is arboreal and rarely descends to the ground.
Did You Know?
Their tiny twig nests are often discovered when dead branches fall and the surprised ants come pouring out.
Neotropical Robber Fly
A slender tropical robber fly found in South American lowland forests. It hunts from leaf tips in the forest understory.
Did You Know?
The genus Ommatius is one of the most species-rich robber fly genera in the tropics.