Jack Jumper Ant vs Japanese Carpenter Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jack Jumper Ant | Japanese Carpenter Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Myrmecia pilosula | Camponotus japonicus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 12-14 mm | 7-13 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Oceania | Japan, China, Korea |
| 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.
Japanese Carpenter Ant
A large black carpenter ant common throughout East Asia and a popular species in ant keeping. Colonies can grow very large with distinctive polymorphic worker castes.
Did You Know?
This ant is one of the most commonly kept pet ant species in Japan and has become an icon in the Japanese ant-keeping hobby.