Hooked Army Ant vs Fiji Tree Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hooked Army Ant | Fiji Tree Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eciton hamatum | Paraparatrechina oceanica |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 3-11 mm | 2-4 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Oceania (Fiji) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hooked Army Ant
A column-raiding army ant that forms narrow trails rather than broad swarm fronts. It specializes in raiding the nests of other social insects, particularly wasps and ants.
Did You Know?
Unlike the broad raids of Eciton burchellii, this species sends targeted column raids directly to specific prey nests.
Fiji Tree Ant
A native ant species found in tropical forests of Fiji, where it nests in tree cavities and under bark. Pacific Island ant faunas are relatively depauperate compared to continental regions. This species plays a role in seed dispersal and nutrient cycling.
Did You Know?
Fiji's native ant fauna evolved in near-total isolation, resulting in a unique community that is now threatened by invasive ant species.