Western Snakefly vs American Slave-Maker Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Snakefly | American Slave-Maker Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agulla adnixa | Polyergus lucidus |
| Order | Raphidioptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Raphidiidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Western North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Western Snakefly
A North American snakefly found in western forests and woodlands. Larvae develop under bark of conifers where they hunt bark beetle larvae.
Did You Know?
Western snakeflies require a cold winter period to complete development, which is why they are absent from tropical regions.
American Slave-Maker Ant
A North American slave-making ant that conducts well-organized raids on Formica colonies. New queens infiltrate host colonies by killing the resident queen.
Did You Know?
During raids, they release propaganda pheromones that cause defending ants to flee or fight each other instead of the raiders.