Longhorn Crazy Ant vs Twig Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Longhorn Crazy Ant | Twig Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Paratrechina longicornis | Pseudomyrmex gracilis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 2.5-3 mm | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Pantropical, Global in heated buildings | North America, Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Longhorn Crazy Ant
A small dark brown ant with extremely long antennae and legs that moves in rapid, jerky patterns. It is one of the most widely distributed tramp ant species in the world.
Did You Know?
Its original native range is unknown because it has been spread by human commerce for so long.
Twig Ant
A slender fast-moving ant that nests in hollow twigs and delivers a painful sting.
Did You Know?
It has excellent vision and can spot approaching threats from several centimeters away.