Solenopsis atavinus
Solenopsis atavinus
This small extinct ant likely foraged through warm forest litter and low vegetation around its nest. Adults hunted or scavenged tiny invertebrates while also taking sugary liquids when available. A stinger delivered venom as a close-range defense and prey-subduing weapon. The species is known from fossil evidence rather than living populations.
- Type
- Venom
- Conservation status
- NE
Growth chain
- Solenopsis atavinus Larva
- ?
- Solenopsis atavinus