Lesser Bullet Ant vs Hairy Christmas Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Bullet Ant | Hairy Christmas Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neoponera villosa | Anoplognathus hirsutus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Southern United States, Central America, South America | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lesser Bullet Ant
A large black ponerine ant found from Texas through South America with a powerful sting. It nests in tree hollows and dead wood, foraging arboreally at night.
Did You Know?
It is sometimes called the 'false bullet ant' because its sting, while very painful, is less severe than that of Paraponera.
Hairy Christmas Beetle
A densely hairy golden-brown Christmas beetle found in southeastern Australia. The fine hairs covering its body distinguish it from other Anoplognathus species.
Did You Know?
The dense body hair is thought to help regulate temperature during cool summer evenings.