Malagasy Rover Ant vs Maltese Freshwater Crab Spider Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malagasy Rover Ant | Maltese Freshwater Crab Spider Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tetramorium kelleri | Akis spinosa |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Tenebrionidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Malta, Mediterranean Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Did You Know?
Madagascar harbors 113 endemic Tetramorium species, one of the most spectacular ant radiations on any island.
Maltese Freshwater Crab Spider Beetle
A spiny darkling beetle found on Malta and other Mediterranean islands. It has prominent ridges and spines along its elytra.
Did You Know?
Its spiny armor and habit of playing dead make it unappealing to most predators.