Solenopsis
is a speciose myrmicine genus with a worldwide distribution. The group is best known for some of its larger members, the fire ants, but most of the diversity in Solenopsis is found in small subterranean species. Several species of fire ants- most notably Solenopsis invicta- have become economically important pests where introduced by human commerce.
Solenopsis invicta. The two-segmented antennal club is diagnostic of the genus, while the pattern of teeth along the front edge of the head is indicative of the complex of species that includes S. invicta.
Austin, Texas, USA
Solenopsis invicta. The two-segmented antennal club is diagnostic of the genus, while the pattern of teeth along the front edge of the head is indicative of the complex of species that includes S. invicta.
Austin, Texas, USA
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