Smelly Carpenter Ant vs Woodland Acerentomid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Smelly Carpenter Ant | Woodland Acerentomid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dolichoderus thoracicus | Acerentomon maius |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Protura |
| Family | Formicidae | Acerentomidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 1.2-2.0 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Smelly Carpenter Ant
A Southeast Asian dolichoderine ant that tends mealybugs inside shelters built from chewed plant material. It is a significant pest of cacao and coconut plantations.
Did You Know?
They build elaborate carton tents over mealybug colonies on crop plants, protecting their honeydew source from rain and predators.
Woodland Acerentomid
A relatively large proturan found in deciduous forest soils of central Europe. It is among the better-studied acerentomid species.
Did You Know?
Research suggests this species feeds specifically on mycorrhizal fungi, making it dependent on healthy forest root systems.