Formicidae Collection (page 4)

Golden carpenter ant C018 / 2484
Golden carpenter ant. Close-up of the head of a golden carpenter ant (Camponotus sericeiventris), showing its jaws (mandibles, lower right) and one of its eyes (upper centre)

Leafcutter ant C018 / 2486
Leafcutter ant. Close-up of a leafcutter soldier ant (Acromyrmex sp.) on a plant, showing its large mandibles (upper centre) that it uses to cut through leaves. Acromyrmex sp

Trap-jaw ant C018 / 2434
Trap-jaw ant. Close-up of the head of a trap-jaw ant (Odontomachus sp.), showing its large mandibles (lower right). These carnivorous ants have spring-loaded serrated jaws to allow them to trap prey

Ant head C018 / 2372
Ant head. Close-up of the head of an ant (Aphaenogaster sp.), showing its large mandibles (lower centre) and compound eyes (black, upper left and right). Aphaenogaster sp. Ants

Ant head C018 / 2373
Ant head. Close-up of the head of an ant (Aphaenogaster sp.), showing its large mandibles (lower right) and one of its compound eyes (black, upper centre)

Wood ant nest C018 / 2567
Wood ant nest. Nest of a red rood ant (Formica rufa) colony in a woodland. The red wood ant lives in a large nest usually made from a rotting tree stump covered in pine needles and other detritus

Leafcutter ant C018 / 2392
Leafcutter ant. Close-up of the head of a Daceton boltoni ant, showing its large mandibles (upper left), which it uses to cut through leaves

Bullet ant stinger C018 / 2442
Bullet ant stinger. Close-up of the abdomen of a bullet ant (Paraponera clavata), showing its stinger. Bullet ants get their name from their powerful and potent sting

Trap-jaw ant C018 / 2435
Trap-jaw ant. Close-up of the head of a trap-jaw ant (Odontomachus sp.), showing its large mandibles (right). These carnivorous ants have spring-loaded serrated jaws to allow them to trap prey

Hymenoptera specimens C016 / 5851
Hymenoptera specimens. Case containing various Hymenoptera (ants, bees, wasps etc) specimens, held at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Ant nest, artwork C016 / 3292
Ant nest. Artwork of black ants (family Formicidae) in their nest with eggs (top left), pupae (bottom left), and larvae (bottom right)

Flying ant amber
A flying ant preserved in Baltic amber. This specimen dates from the Upper Eocene period

Ant in amber
An ant preserved in Baltic amber. This specimen dates from the Upper Eocene period, 56-34 million years ago

Atta cethalotes, leaf-cutter ant
Scanning electron microscope image of a leaf-cutter ant displayed in the Darwin Centre, at the Natural History Museum, London

The Honey Bees Nest in an ant hill
At the Seba que River October 1870. Sketch 53 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Iridomyrmex geinitzi, ants in amber
This specimen is Baltic amber with ants trapped and preserved inside. Ants frequently got caught in the pine resins that were destined to become amber

Lasius niger, black garden ant

Tachyglossus aculeatus, short-nosed echidna
Echidna Native name Bur-roo-gin, Drawing 93 by Thomas Watling (1762 -c. 1814), from the Thomas Watling Drawings Collection, 1788-c. 1797, held at the Natural History Museum

Ants in Dominican amber
Hymenoptera:Aculeata:Formicidae ants in Dominican amber. One is holding the others abdomen with its jaws. Lower Miocene about 20 million years old

Memoirs sur le Termes, 1786

Lasius niger, black garden ant
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) of a black ant leg. Widespread and common in a range of habitats but perhaps most familiar in gardens where nests are formed under paving stones and brickwork

Formica rufa, wood ant
A wood ant specimen on a bright blue background. The wood ant is an active predator and inhabits woodlands and forests

Formica rufa, wood ants
Wood ants massing outside their nest to absorb heat from the spring sunshine

Harvester Ant (Messor barbara) major and minor workers, major worker with jaws open in defensive posture, Chaine des Alpilles, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence, France, June

Harvester Ant (Messor bouvieri) spoil heap of seed husks and other rubbish outside nest entrance, Chaine des Alpilles, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence, France, June

Harvester Ant (Messor barbara) median worker, Chaine des Alpilles, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence, France, June

Southern Fire Ant (Solenopsis xyloni) adults, swarm at nesthole entrance, Sabal Palm Sanctuary, Texas, U. S. A. april
Southern Fire Ant (Solenopsis xyloni) adults, swarm at nesthole entrance, Sabal Palm Sanctuary, Texas, U.S.A. april

Army Ant (Eciton burchellii) adult workers, group preying on Tailless Whip Scorpion (Amblypygi sp. )
Army Ant (Eciton burchellii) adult workers, group preying on Tailless Whip Scorpion (Amblypygi sp.), Los Amigos Biological Station, Madre de Dios, Amazonia, Peru

Army Ant (Eciton burchellii) adult soldier, standing on leaf litter, Los Amigos Biological Station, MAdre de Dios, Amazonia, Peru

Tree-living Ant (Dolichoderus quadripunctatus) adult workers, farming aphids on walnut leaf, Causse de Gramat, Massif Central, Lot, France, may

Harvester Ant (Messor barbara) adult workers, large and small headed types, collecting seeds, near Minerve, Herault, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, may

Wood Ant (Formica sp. ) adult workers, fighting, with severed head still grasping with mandibles, near Minerve
Wood Ant (Formica sp.) adult workers, fighting, with severed head still grasping with mandibles, near Minerve, Herault, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, may

Bullet Ant (Paraponera clavata) adult, dismembering leaf katydid prey, Los Amigos Biological Station, Madre de Dios, Amazonia, Peru

Red Army Ant (Eciton sp. ) adults, carrying and moving larvae, during nomadic phase colony emigration, Rupununi, Guyana
Red Army Ant (Eciton sp.) adults, carrying and moving larvae, during nomadic phase colony emigration, Rupununi, Guyana

Ant (Formicidae sp. ) adult, preying on termites, Los Amigos Biological Station, Madre de Dios, Amazonia, Peru
Ant (Formicidae sp.) adult, preying on termites, Los Amigos Biological Station, Madre de Dios, Amazonia, Peru

Ant (Azteca sp. ) adults, group on Tococa (Tococa guianensis) myrmerophytic plant
Ant (Azteca sp.) adults, group on Tococa (Tococa guianensis) myrmerophytic plant, ants protect plant from parasites and give to it azote of their excrements

Ants fighting (family Formicidae), illustration. Ants live in large colonies of sometimes millions of individuals. Soldier ants are typically worker ants that have large heads

Ant antenna, SEM
Ant antenna. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the antenna of an unidentified ant (family Formicidae). The hairs on the surface of the antenna may allow the ant to sense smell and touch

Ant feet, SEM
Ant feet. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the tip of two legs from an ant (family Formicidae). The end of an insect leg consists of the final segment, which is called the tarsus

Ant grooming, SEM
Ant grooming. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an ant (family Formicidae) grooming one of its front legs between its jaws

Tropical ant head, SEM
Tropical ant head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a tropical ant (family Formicidae), showing one of its compound eyes (red)

Ant, 17th Century artwork
Ant. 17th Century artwork showing an ant as seen using an early microscope. Published in Micrographia (1665) by the English scientist Robert Hooke (1635-1703)

Southern wood ant nest. Nest of southern wood ants (Formica rufa) made from pine debris in a mountain woodland. Photographed in Italy

Ant head, SEM
Ant (family Formicidae) head, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). One of its compound eyes (red) is seen, as well as the two antennae that are mounted on the head between the eyes

Winged ant, SEM
Winged ant, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Winged ants develop after an ant colony has been established for several years

Matabele Ant column - hunting party returning to nest, some individuals with prey. Major and minor workers present
ASW-4857 Matabele Ant column - hunting party returning to nest, some individuals with prey. Major and minor workers present. Aggressive ants with a painful sting

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Formicidae, commonly known as ants, are fascinating creatures that exhibit remarkable strength and teamwork. In Costa Rica, leaf-cutter ants (Atta sp) can be seen tirelessly carrying plant matter, showcasing their impressive ability to transport loads much larger than themselves. These industrious insects form long lines as they march together, each ant diligently contributing to the task at hand. The intricate details of an ant's anatomy are revealed in a scanning electron microscope image. The precision and complexity of their body structure highlight their adaptability and efficiency in various environments. Digital composites capture the mesmerizing sight of a line of leaf-cutter ants gracefully carrying leaves through lush landscapes. In Laguna del Lagarto, the vibrant colors of plant matter carried by leaf cutter ants create a stunning reflection in water. This harmonious blend between nature and these tiny workers showcases the beauty found within even the smallest ecosystems. Traveling further into Tambopata Nature Reserve in Peru reveals another species of leafcutter ants - Atta cephalotes - diligently transporting pieces of leaves into their nest. Their unwavering dedication to building and maintaining their colony is truly awe-inspiring. The trap-jaw ant (Odontomachus hastatus) exhibits its unique defense mechanism with mandibles wide open at Los Amigos Biological Station in Peru. These powerful jaws serve not only for protection but also for capturing prey swiftly and efficiently. A side view of Messor sp. , commonly known as harvester ant, displays its distinctive features while going about its daily activities. Its strong presence reminds us that every creature has an important role to play in our ecosystem. Zooming closer into Myrmica molesta or red ant reveals intricate patterns on its exoskeleton when observed up close. Such attention to detail highlights the diversity present among different species within Formicidae family. Examining tropical ants under a scanning electron microscope unveils astonishing textures and structures on their bodies.