Neivamyrmex
''Neivamyrmex'' is a genus of army ants in the subfamily Dorylinae. Range ''Neivamyrmex'' species can be found from the central United States to southern Argentina. Taxonomy As of 2021, 129 ''Neivamyrmex'' species have been identified. However, most research pertaining to this genus is based on a single species, ''Neivamyrmex nigriscens'', from which knowledge about ''Neivamyrmex'' overall is derived. Many species are known based only on a small number of male individuals. Biology ''Neivamyrmex'' do not build permanent nests; instead, colonies are nomadic, establishing temporary bivouacs every night before moving on to a new location. Most species are predominantly subterranean, but they will occasionally forage above ground at night or on cloudy days. The larvae and pupae of other ant species are the principle food of ''Neivamyrmex'', including ants of the genera '' Veromessor'', ''Pheidole'', ''Solenopsis'', and ''Formica''. Male ''Neivamyrmex'' possess wings, whi ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |