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Anochetus

Ant genus · 123 species · 92 countries

Genus
Anochetus
Subfamily
Ponerinae
Tribe
Ponerini
Distribution
Found in 92 countries
Colony form
polygynous, monogynous, oligogynous
Species count
123 species (9 fossil)

About Anochetus

Anochetus is a genus within the family Formicidae , classified in the subfamily Ponerinae (tribe Ponerini) . AntScout currently documents 123 species in this genus, distributed across 92 countries , including Angola, Argentina, Australia, Barbados, Belize.

Species in this genus exhibit polygynous and monogynous and oligogynous 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.

Where Anochetus Is Found

Species in this genus are documented in 92 countries:

AngolaArgentinaAustraliaBarbadosBelizeBrazilBurkina FasoCameroonCentral African RepublicChinaColombiaComorosCongoCongo, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCubaCôte d'IvoireDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEquatorial GuineaEswatiniEthiopiaFijiFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaGabonGambiaGhanaGrenadaGuadeloupeGuatemalaGuineaGuyanaHaitiHondurasHong KongIndiaIndonesiaKenyaLao People's Democratic RepublicLiberiaMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMartiniqueMayotteMexicoMicronesia, Federated States ofMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueNamibiaNew CaledoniaNicaraguaOmanPalauPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPuerto RicoSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSaudi ArabiaSenegalSeychellesSingaporeSolomon IslandsSouth AfricaSpainSri LankaTaiwan, Province of ChinaTanzania, United Republic ofThailandTokelauTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaUgandaUnited States of AmericaUruguayVenezuela, Bolivarian Republic ofViet NamVirgin Islands (U.S.)Wallis and FutunaYemenZambiaZimbabwe

Frequently Asked Questions

How many species does Anochetus have?

The genus Anochetus includes 123 species documented on AntScout, spread across 92 countries. 9 of these are fossil species.

Where do Anochetus ants live?

Anochetus species are found in 92 countries , including Angola, Argentina, Australia, Barbados, Belize. Distribution varies by species - check individual species pages for precise range maps.

Can I buy Anochetus ants?

Anochetus 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 Anochetus ants good for beginners?

This depends on the specific species. Some Anochetus 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 Anochetus Species (123)

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