Temnothorax

is a morphologically diverse genus of small myrmicine ants found worldwide. Colonies often live in tight spaces and can survive long periods of dearth. Some species are known as acorn ants or rock ants for their nesting habits.

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Temnothorax gallae is an ecologically specialized ant that nests in pre-existing cavities of manzanita trees.

Jasper Ridge, California, USA

Portrait of the acorn ant, Temnothorax longispinosus.

South Bristol, New York, USA

A nest of Temnothorax longispinosus acorn ants.

South Bristol, New York, USA

Temnothorax longispinosus

South Bristol, New York, USA

Temnothorax nevadensis

Sagehen Creek, California, USA

Temnothorax pergandei carrying a developing queen larva to safety after the photographer disturbs her nest.

Gainesville, Florida, USA

Temnothorax pergandei carrying a larva.

Gainesville, Florida, USA

Temnothorax gallae is an ecologically specialized ant that nests in pre-existing cavities of manzanita trees.

Jasper Ridge, California, USA

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Keywords: ants insects manzanita formicidae myrmicinae worker ant arctostaphylos temnothorax temnothorax gallae red bark

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Temnothorax

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