Proceratium gibberum

Introduction

Proceratium gibberum is an extinct ant species known only from a single specimen preserved in Dominican amber from the Miocene epoch . The queen measures 5.26 mm in total length and is entirely black in color . This species belongs to the avium group within the genus Proceratium and is distinguished by a broad tumulus (hump-like structure) on the curvature of the first gastral tergite, giving it the species name 'gibberum' (Latin for 'hump-backed') . This is a fossil species and cannot be kept in captivity. No living specimens of Proceratium gibberum exist - the only known specimen is preserved in amber. If you are interested in keeping Proceratium ants, consider the extant (living) species in this genus, which are available from specialized suppliers.