Fulvus Driver Ant vs Nebria Streamside Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fulvus Driver Ant | Nebria Streamside Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dorylus fulvus | Nebria brevicollis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Dorylidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 3-12 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | West Africa (Senegal, Guinea, Ghana, Nigeria, Ivory Coast) | Europe, Introduced to North America and New Zealand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Fulvus Driver Ant
A predominantly subterranean driver ant species with yellowish-brown coloration. Unlike some congeners, it rarely forms above-ground raiding columns. Colonies construct extensive underground tunnel networks.
Did You Know?
This species is sometimes called the 'blind ant' because workers have completely lost their eyes during evolution.
Nebria Streamside Beetle
A very common European ground beetle often found near streams and in damp habitats. It is active year-round including during mild winter nights.
Did You Know?
It is one of very few ground beetles that breeds in autumn and is active throughout the winter months.