Peronomyrmex

Peronomyrmex is known from three species which are widely distributed along the east coast of Australia. The little biological information available suggests they are nocturnal and arboreal. These habits at least partially explain their infrequent collection. With three taxa known from only four collecting events it is clear that we are a long way from understanding these curious ants. We know nothing of their nesting habits and little about other aspects of their biology. It is unclear whether their infrequent encounter is caused by true rarity or by cryptic habits, or (more likely) a combination of these factors. (Shattuck 2006)

Identification
Shattuck (2006) - Myrmicine ant with antennae 11-segmented; in side view, petiole and postpetiole with high, conical, pointed nodes, the shape of which is unique among the ants (Bolton 1994, Shattuck 1999). For additional characters see Taylor (1970).

Species richness
Species richness by country based on regional taxon lists (countries with darker colours are more species-rich). View Data



Nomenclature

 *  PERONOMYRMEX [Myrmicinae: Formicoxenini]
 * Peronomyrmex Viehmeyer, 1922: 212. Type-species: Peronomyrmex overbecki, by monotypy.