Jet Black Ant vs Long-winged Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jet Black Ant | Long-winged Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasius fuliginosus | Ectopsocus briggsi |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Ectopsocidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe, North America, Australasia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Long-winged Barklouse
A widespread bark louse found on tree trunks and dead leaves across Europe and introduced to other continents. It has long narrow wings.
Did You Know?
It has successfully colonized multiple continents through accidental human transport.