Giant Trap-jaw Ant vs Achilles Morpho
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Trap-jaw Ant | Achilles Morpho |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Odontomachus hastatus | Morpho achilles |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 95-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | South America | Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant Trap-jaw Ant
One of the largest trap-jaw ant species, building arboreal carton nests in tropical forests. Its elongated mandibles are held open at 180 degrees and triggered by sensory hairs.
Did You Know?
Unlike most trap-jaw ants that nest on the ground, this species builds paper-like nests high in the forest canopy.
Achilles Morpho
A medium-sized morpho with a bright blue band across dark brown-black wings. It flies rapidly through the forest understory in a distinctive bobbing pattern.
Did You Know?
Its blue band appears to flash on and off as it flies, because the brown undersides show with each wingbeat.