Aenictus susanae

Identification
Unmistakable species due to its strong, deep sculpture and dense, long, reclined pilosity. This species is in fact the most heavily sculptured in the Afrotropical region, with a deep clearly defined reticule even overhead and legs.

Distribution based on Regional Taxon Lists
Afrotropical Region: Cameroon, Central African Republic.

Nomenclature

 * . Aenictus susanae Gómez, 2022: 38, figs. 2D, 22A-D, 23 (w.) CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC.

Type Material

 * Holotype worker, CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC: • Sangha-Mbaéré, Parc National Dzanga-Ndoki, Mabéa Bai, 21.4 km 53° NE Bayanga 510 m, 3.03333, 16.41 01-07/05/2001. MW 50 sample transect, 5m (B.L. Fisher) rainforest, sifted litter (leaf mold, rotten wood) (1w) [CASENT0406729].
 * Paratype workers: • same series (3 pins, 1w each) [CASENT0406728, CASENT0406731, CASENT0406732].