Jack Jumper Ant vs Arctic Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jack Jumper Ant | Arctic Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Myrmecia pilosula | Leptothorax acervorum |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 12-14 mm | 2-4 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Scavengers |
| Regions | Oceania | Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, subarctic Canada, Alaska |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Jack Jumper Ant
A medium-sized black ant with powerful mandibles and an extremely potent sting. It is one of the most dangerous ant species to humans due to its ability to cause severe allergic reactions.
Did You Know?
This ant can jump up to 10 centimeters in a single bound, and its venom is responsible for more hospital admissions in Tasmania than stings from bees, wasps, and hornets combined.
Arctic Ant
A tiny, reddish-brown ant that forms small colonies under stones and in wood crevices in boreal and subarctic regions. Colonies are small, often containing fewer than 100 workers. It is one of the most cold-tolerant ant species.
Did You Know?
This ant can survive being frozen at temperatures down to minus 20 degrees Celsius by producing glycerol as a natural antifreeze.