''Strumigenys formosensis'' is a species of
ant endemic to
Taiwan. It is widely distributed within the island at low and middle elevations.
It can be distinguished from other ''
Strumigenys
''Strumigenys'' is a genus of ants in the subfamily Myrmicinae.
Biology
''Strumigenys'' form small nests in soil, under or between rocks, or in and under logs or under cattle dung. Some species nest in association with other ants such as '' Bot ...
'' ants found on Taiwan by the sickle-shaped
mandibles,
clypeus with concave
anterior
Standard anatomical terms of location are used to unambiguously describe the anatomy of animals, including humans. The terms, typically derived from Latin or Greek roots, describe something in its standard anatomical position. This position prov ...
margin and numerous short, broad hairs on the head.
References
Myrmicinae
Insects described in 1912
Endemic fauna of Taiwan
Insects of Taiwan
Hymenoptera of Asia
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