Malagasy Trap-jaw Ant vs Temognatha Jewel Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malagasy Trap-jaw Ant | Temognatha Jewel Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mystrium oberthueri | Temognatha alternata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Amblyoponidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 25-45 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Madagascar | Western Australia |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Not Evaluated |
Malagasy Trap-jaw Ant
A pale yellow to amber ant with elongated mandibles that can snap shut at extreme speeds. It is closely related to M. camillae and shares the Dracula ant feeding behavior.
Did You Know?
Like other Dracula ants, workers feed by non-destructively puncturing larval skin and drinking hemolymph, a practice unique among ants.
Temognatha Jewel Beetle
A large Australian jewel beetle with bold yellow and black striped elytra. Found in eucalyptus forests and woodlands.
Did You Know?
Australia has over 1,200 species of jewel beetles, more than any other continent.