Underground Army Ant vs Yellow-Horned Horntail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Underground Army Ant | Yellow-Horned Horntail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Labidus coecus | Urocerus flavicornis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Siricidae |
| Size | 2-7 mm | 20-35 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southern United States, Central America, South America | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Underground Army Ant
A mostly subterranean army ant that occasionally surfaces in massive raiding columns across the Americas. Workers are pale yellow, reflecting their underground lifestyle.
Did You Know?
They are the most frequently encountered army ants in the Americas but are rarely seen because of their subterranean habits.
Yellow-Horned Horntail
A large wood wasp distinguished by its yellow antennae contrasting with a dark metallic blue-black body. Females bore into conifer wood to lay eggs.
Did You Know?
Adults often emerge from lumber used in construction, sometimes surprising homeowners years after the wood was milled.