Sri Lankan Relict Ant vs Coconut Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sri Lankan Relict Ant | Coconut Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aneuretus simoni | Tapinoma melanocephalum |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Aneuretidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 1.3-2 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Indoors |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Sri Lanka | Pantropical, Global in heated buildings |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Sri Lankan Relict Ant
The sole surviving member of its entire subfamily, known only from a few localities in Sri Lanka's rainforests. A true living fossil representing an ancient ant lineage.
Did You Know?
The only living species in its entire subfamily, all other members went extinct millions of years ago.
Coconut Ant
A tiny bicolored ant with a dark head and pale translucent body, also called the ghost ant. It is a major household pest in tropical regions worldwide.
Did You Know?
Their translucent body makes their abdomen change color depending on what food they have recently eaten.