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Nylanderia

Ant genus · 137 species · 84 countries

Genus
Nylanderia
Subfamily
Formicinae
Tribe
Lasiini
Distribution
Found in 84 countries
Colony form
monogynous, polygynous
Nuptial flight
Apr, May, Jun, Jul
Species count
137 species (2 fossil)

About Nylanderia

Nylanderia is a genus within the family Formicidae , classified in the subfamily Formicinae (tribe Lasiini) . AntScout currently documents 137 species in this genus, distributed across 84 countries , including Algeria, American Samoa, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas.

Species in this genus exhibit monogynous and 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 Nylanderia species have been recorded during: Apr, May, Jun, Jul. 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 Nylanderia Is Found

Species in this genus are documented in 84 countries:

AlgeriaAmerican SamoaArgentinaAustraliaBahamasBrazilCameroonCentral African RepublicChinaChristmas IslandColombiaComorosCongoCongo, Democratic Republic of theCosta RicaCubaCyprusCôte d'IvoireDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEquatorial GuineaFijiFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaGabonGambiaGhanaGreeceGrenadaGuamGuatemalaGuineaHaitiHong KongIndiaIsraelItalyJapanKenyaKiribatiKorea, Republic ofLao People's Democratic RepublicLiberiaMadagascarMalaysiaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesia, Federated States ofMoroccoMozambiqueNew ZealandNicaraguaNigeriaNorfolk IslandOmanPakistanPalauPapua New GuineaPortugalPuerto RicoRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSamoaSaudi ArabiaSenegalSeychellesSolomon IslandsSouth AfricaSpainSri LankaTaiwan, Province of ChinaTanzania, United Republic ofTokelauTongaUgandaUnited Arab EmiratesUnited States of AmericaVanuatuVenezuela, Bolivarian Republic ofViet NamWallis and Futuna

Frequently Asked Questions

How many species does Nylanderia have?

The genus Nylanderia includes 137 species documented on AntScout, spread across 84 countries. 2 of these are fossil species.

Where do Nylanderia ants live?

Nylanderia species are found in 84 countries , including Algeria, American Samoa, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas. Distribution varies by species - check individual species pages for precise range maps.

When do Nylanderia ants have their nuptial flight?

Nuptial flights of Nylanderia species have been observed in Apr, May, Jun, Jul. 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 Nylanderia ants?

Nylanderia 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 Nylanderia ants good for beginners?

This depends on the specific species. Some Nylanderia 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 Nylanderia Species (137)

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