Velvet Tree Ant vs Florida Twig Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Velvet Tree Ant | Florida Twig Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Liometopum occidentale | Pseudomyrmex ejectus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 3-6 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Velvet Tree Ant
A large ant that nests in oak trees and produces a distinctive trail pheromone odor.
Did You Know?
Columns of these ants march in conspicuous trails up and down tree trunks.
Florida Twig Ant
A small yellowish ant that nests in dead twigs in the canopy of southeastern US forests. It is arboreal and rarely descends to the ground.
Did You Know?
Their tiny twig nests are often discovered when dead branches fall and the surprised ants come pouring out.