Triplaris Ant vs Savanna Driver Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Triplaris Ant | Savanna Driver Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudomyrmex triplarinus | Dorylus gribodoi |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 2-12 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | South America, Amazon Basin | East Africa, Southern Africa |
| 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.
Savanna Driver Ant
A subterranean driver ant of African savannas that rarely surfaces, conducting most raids through underground tunnels. Colonies may exceed 20 million workers.
Did You Know?
Their underground lifestyle means entire colonies can exist beneath a village without residents ever seeing a single ant.