Slave-Maker Ant vs Coxcomb Prominent Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Slave-Maker Ant | Coxcomb Prominent Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Temnothorax americanus | Ptilodon capucina |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 38-46 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Slave-Maker Ant
A tiny North American slave-making ant that raids colonies of closely related Temnothorax species. Workers have saber-like mandibles used in raids. Enslaved workers eventually perform all domestic tasks while raiders focus solely on conducting new raids.
Did You Know?
Enslaved Temnothorax workers sometimes rebel by destroying the slave-maker brood they are supposed to rear, reducing the raiding colony's future workforce.
Coxcomb Prominent Moth
A variably colored prominent moth ranging from pale brown to deep chestnut. A raised crest of scales on the forewing trailing edge forms the distinctive coxcomb.
Did You Know?
Its color varies so much that dark and pale forms look like completely different species.