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Argentine ant

Linepithema humile

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About

The Argentine ant (Linepithema humile) is a species in the genus Linepithema. Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (Morocco, South Africa), Asia (Japan, United Arab Emirates, Yemen), Europe (15 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (5 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hewan)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Artropoda)

Class

Insecta (serangga)

Order

Hymenoptera (Ants, Bees & Wasps)

Species

Linepithema humile (Argentine ant)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Argentine ant?

The scientific name of Argentine ant is Linepithema humile. It belongs to the genus Linepithema.

Where does Argentine ant live?

Argentine ant is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Morocco, South Africa), Asia (Japan, United Arab Emirates, Yemen), Europe (15 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Chile, Colombia, Czech Republic, Ecuador, France, Germany.

What family does Argentine ant belong to?

Argentine ant (Linepithema humile) belongs to the genus Linepithema, which is part of the taxonomic family Formicidae.

What kingdom does Argentine ant belong to?

Argentine ant (Linepithema humile) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).