Indian Web Spinner vs Jet Black Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indian Web Spinner | Jet Black Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oligotoma saundersii | Lasius fuliginosus |
| Order | Embioptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Oligotomidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 8.0-12.0 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, North America, Africa, Oceania | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Indian Web Spinner
A cosmopolitan web spinner originally from South Asia, now found in warm regions worldwide. It commonly inhabits cracks in walls and under debris.
Did You Know?
This species has spread across the globe through human trade and is now the most widely distributed web spinner.
Jet Black Ant
A shiny jet-black ant that builds carton nests inside hollow trees using chewed wood mixed with honeydew. It cultivates a specific fungus that strengthens the nest walls.
Did You Know?
The fungus Cladosporium myrmecophilum grows exclusively in the carton nests of this ant species.