Triplaris Ant vs Ornate Pygmy Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Triplaris Ant | Ornate Pygmy Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudomyrmex triplarinus | Tetrix ornata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Tetrigidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | South America, Amazon Basin | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Triplaris Ant
A South American ant that inhabits the hollow stems of Triplaris trees in a mutualistic relationship. Workers swarm out and deliver painful stings when the host tree is disturbed.
Did You Know?
Local people call Triplaris the 'devil tree' because touching it triggers an immediate attack by hundreds of stinging ants.
Ornate Pygmy Grasshopper
A tiny, intricately patterned groundhopper found on bare sandy soils in North American prairies and open woodlands. Its flattened, cryptic body blends perfectly with gravel and dry soil surfaces.
Did You Know?
When disturbed it can leap into a short flight that ends with a tumbling landing, making it very hard to track.