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Dorylus

Ant genus · 60 species · 47 countries

Genus
Dorylus
Subfamily
Dorylinae
Distribution
Found in 47 countries
Colony form
monogynous, polygynous, optionally polygynous
Species count
60 species

About Dorylus

Dorylus is a genus within the family Formicidae , classified in the subfamily Dorylinae . AntScout currently documents 60 species in this genus, distributed across 47 countries , including Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Cameroon.

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.

Where Dorylus Is Found

Species in this genus are documented in 47 countries:

AlgeriaAngolaBeninBotswanaCameroonCentral African RepublicChinaCongoCongo, Democratic Republic of theCôte d'IvoireEgyptEquatorial GuineaEswatiniEthiopiaGabonGambiaGhanaHong KongIndiaIndonesiaIraqIsraelKenyaLiberiaLibyaMalawiMalaysiaMoroccoMozambiqueNamibiaNigeriaPalestine, State ofRwandaSenegalSierra LeoneSingaporeSouth AfricaSri LankaSyrian Arab RepublicTanzania, United Republic ofThailandTogoTunisiaUgandaViet NamZambiaZimbabwe

Frequently Asked Questions

How many species does Dorylus have?

The genus Dorylus includes 60 species documented on AntScout, spread across 47 countries. All documented species are extant (living).

Where do Dorylus ants live?

Dorylus species are found in 47 countries , including Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Cameroon. Distribution varies by species - check individual species pages for precise range maps.

Can I buy Dorylus ants?

Dorylus 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 Dorylus ants good for beginners?

This depends on the specific species. Some Dorylus 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 Dorylus Species (60)

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