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Messor

Ant genus · 135 species · 62 countries

Genus
Messor
Subfamily
Myrmicinae
Tribe
Stenammini
Distribution
Found in 62 countries
Colony form
monogynous, polygynous, optionally polygynous
Nuptial flight
Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Species count
135 species (1 fossil)

About Messor

Messor is a genus within the family Formicidae , classified in the subfamily Myrmicinae (tribe Stenammini) . AntScout currently documents 135 species in this genus, distributed across 62 countries , including Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Armenia, Austria.

Species in this genus exhibit monogynous and polygynous and optionally polygynous colony structures. Monogynous colonies have a single reproductive queen, making them straightforward to start from a single founding queen - ideal for beginner ant keepers. Polygynous colonies can host multiple queens, allowing for rapid colony growth.

Nuptial flights of Messor species have been recorded during: Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec. These flights are when new queens and males leave the nest to mate - the best time to find a founding queen in the wild.

Where Messor Is Found

Species in this genus are documented in 62 countries:

AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaArmeniaAustriaAzerbaijanBotswanaBulgariaBurkina FasoChadChinaCroatiaCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireEgyptEritreaEthiopiaFranceGermanyGreeceHoly SeeHungaryIndiaIran, Islamic Republic ofIsraelItalyJapanJordanKazakhstanKenyaKorea, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLebanonLesothoLibyaMaltaMongoliaMontenegroMoroccoNamibiaPakistanPortugalRomaniaRussian FederationSan MarinoSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSouth AfricaSpainSwitzerlandSyrian Arab RepublicTanzania, United Republic ofTunisiaTürkiyeUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited States of AmericaUzbekistanYemen

Frequently Asked Questions

How many species does Messor have?

The genus Messor includes 135 species documented on AntScout, spread across 62 countries. 1 of these are fossil species.

Where do Messor ants live?

Messor species are found in 62 countries , including Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Armenia, Austria. Distribution varies by species - check individual species pages for precise range maps.

When do Messor ants have their nuptial flight?

Nuptial flights of Messor species have been observed in Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec. This is the best time to find a founding queen in the wild. Use the AntScout flight calendar for species-specific predictions.

Can I buy Messor ants?

Messor ants may be available from ant dealers depending on your region. Some species are popular in the hobby and regularly sold as founding queens or small colonies. Check local antkeeping communities or specialty shops in your country.

Are Messor ants good for beginners?

This depends on the specific species. Some Messor species are beginner-friendly with straightforward care requirements, while others may need specific conditions. Browse the individual species profiles below for care difficulty and requirements.

All Messor Species (135)

Click a species to view its full profile, including distribution map, care information, nuptial flight calendar, and identification photos.