Camponotus saundersi was created in 1889.
Certain species of ants, such as the Camponotus saundersi, have specialized glands that produce a toxic substance called formic acid. When these ants feel threatened or are attacked, they can release this formic acid in a defensive mechanism that causes them to explode, sacrificing themselves to protect the colony.
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Amblyopone saundersi was created in 1892.
Exploding ants, also known as "colobopsis saundersi," are found in the rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in countries like Thailand, Malaysia, and Brunei. They are known for their unique defense mechanism of rupturing their own bodies to release a sticky and toxic substance when threatened.
Some common ant species found in Michigan include the odorous house ant (Tapinoma sessile), the pavement ant (Tetramorium caespitum), the carpenter ant (Camponotus sp.), and the acrobat ant (Crematogaster sp.). These species can vary in size, color, and behaviors but are commonly encountered in homes and outdoor environments in Michigan.
Ants in general don't have a scientific name, each species of ant has scientific names. for example: - Jerdon's jumping ant (species of ant found in India) sci name: Harpegnathos saltator - Weaver ant (found in Australia & asia) sci name: Oecophylla smaragdina Get my point? Hope I helped anyway
Camponotus nearcticus was created in 1893.
Camponotus festinatus was created in 1866.
Camponotus triodiae was created in 2009.
Camponotus americanus was created in 1862.
Camponotus flavomarginatus was created in 1862.