Malagasy Rover Ant vs Bulldog Ant

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Malagasy Rover Ant Bulldog Ant
Scientific Name Tetramorium kelleri Myrmecia gulosa
Order Hymenoptera Hymenoptera
Family Formicidae Formicidae
Size 2-4 mm 15-25 mm
Habitat Underground Heathland
Diet Seed Feeders Nectar Feeders
Regions Madagascar Eastern Australia
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Malagasy Rover Ant

A small, dark brown ant with rugose sculpture on the head and thorax. It is part of a massive endemic radiation of Tetramorium in Madagascar.

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Did You Know?

Madagascar harbors 113 endemic Tetramorium species, one of the most spectacular ant radiations on any island.

Bulldog Ant

A large aggressive ant with long mandibles and excellent vision found in Australia. It can jump and sting simultaneously, making it one of the most dangerous ants.

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Did You Know?

Workers can leap up to 50 mm and have been observed using their vision to track fleeing prey.