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.
Temnothorax caguatan is a common arboreal ant along the west coast of North America where it nests in dead branches. The species was not formally described until 2014.
Jasper Ridge Biological Reserve, California, USA
