Psalidomyrmex
is a genus of large, predatory ponerine ants found in African wet forests. Some species are specialized predators of earthworms.
The impressive predatory mandibles of Psalidomyrmex reichenspergeri can also be used delicately to transport eggs in the nest.
Kibale forest, Uganda
The impressive predatory mandibles of Psalidomyrmex reichenspergeri can also be used delicately to transport eggs in the nest.
Kibale forest, Uganda
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