Teratomyrmex

These rare ants nest in rotten wood on the ground. While relatively common within their range, they are seldom encountered. Very little is known of their biology.



Worker of Teratomyrmex from Queensland.

Identification
The propodeum has a single pair of spines. The pronotum is expanded towards the sides into wing-like projections.

Teratomyrmex, known from a single species (T. greavesi), is immediately recognisable by the unique wing-like expansion of the pronotum. No other Australian ant has this pronotal structure.

Distribution and Habitats
Australian distribution

Regional Species Lists

 * Australia

Keys to Species

 * Australia