Swollen-thorn Acacia Ant vs Nigerian Driver Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Swollen-thorn Acacia Ant | Nigerian Driver Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudomyrmex peperi | Dorylus nigricans |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Dorylidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | Workers 3-14 mm; queen up to 52 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Carrion Feeders |
| Regions | Mexico, Central America | West Africa, Central Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Swollen-thorn Acacia Ant
An obligate acacia-ant mutualist that nests exclusively within the hollow thorns of Vachellia trees. Workers patrol the tree constantly, stinging any animal that contacts it.
Did You Know?
Acacia trees with these ant colonies grow significantly faster than uncolonized trees due to the ant's protection services.
Nigerian Driver Ant
A large driver ant species with massive soldier caste bearing sickle-shaped mandibles. Raiding columns can stretch over 100 meters.
Did You Know?
Their queens are the largest known ants in the world and can lay up to 4 million eggs per month.