Neivamyrmex
Ant genus · 127 species · 20 countries
- Genus
- Neivamyrmex
- Subfamily
- Dorylinae
- Distribution
- Found in 20 countries
- Colony form
- monogynous, polygynous, optionally polygynous
- Species count
- 127 species (1 fossil)
About Neivamyrmex
Neivamyrmex is a genus within the family Formicidae , classified in the subfamily Dorylinae . AntScout currently documents 127 species in this genus, distributed across 20 countries , including Argentina, Bolivia, Plurinational State of, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica.
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 Neivamyrmex Is Found
Species in this genus are documented in 20 countries:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many species does Neivamyrmex have?
The genus Neivamyrmex includes 127 species documented on AntScout, spread across 20 countries. 1 of these are fossil species.
Where do Neivamyrmex ants live?
Neivamyrmex species are found in 20 countries , including Argentina, Bolivia, Plurinational State of, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica. Distribution varies by species - check individual species pages for precise range maps.
Can I buy Neivamyrmex ants?
Neivamyrmex 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 Neivamyrmex ants good for beginners?
This depends on the specific species. Some Neivamyrmex 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 Neivamyrmex Species (127)
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- Neivamyrmex adnepos 6 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex agilis 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex albacorpus
- Neivamyrmex alfaroi 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex andrei 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex angulimandibulatus 1 country
- Neivamyrmex angustinodis 3 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex antillanus 1 country monogynous
- Neivamyrmex asper 4 countries
- Neivamyrmex balzani 3 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex baylori 1 country
- Neivamyrmex bohlsi monogynous
- Neivamyrmex bruchi 1 country
- Neivamyrmex californicus California Legionary Ant 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex carettei 4 countries polygynous
- Neivamyrmex carinifrons
- Neivamyrmex carolinensis Carolina Legionary Ant 1 country polygynous
- Neivamyrmex chamelensis 1 country polygynous
- Neivamyrmex clavifemur 1 country monogynous
- Neivamyrmex cloosae
- Neivamyrmex compressinodis 4 countries
- Neivamyrmex cornutus 1 country monogynous
- Neivamyrmex crassiscapus 1 country
- Neivamyrmex cratensis monogynous
- Neivamyrmex cristatus 1 country polygynous
- Neivamyrmex curvinotus
- Neivamyrmex densepunctatus 2 countries polygynous
- Neivamyrmex detectus
- Neivamyrmex diabolus
- Neivamyrmex diana 4 countries polygynous
- Neivamyrmex digitistipus 1 country monogynous
- Neivamyrmex diversinodis 2 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex dorbignii 4 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex ectopus Fossil
- Neivamyrmex emersoni 2 countries polygynous
- Neivamyrmex emeryi
- Neivamyrmex erichsonii
- Neivamyrmex falcifer monogynous
- Neivamyrmex foveolatus
- Neivamyrmex fumosus 4 countries
- Neivamyrmex fuscipennis 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex genalis
- Neivamyrmex gibbatus 7 countries
- Neivamyrmex goeldii 2 countries polygynous
- Neivamyrmex graciellae 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex gracilis
- Neivamyrmex gradualis
- Neivamyrmex guerinii 2 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex guyanensis monogynous
- Neivamyrmex halidaii 10 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex harrisii Harris' Legionary Ant 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex hetschkoi 2 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex hopei 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex humilis 6 countries
- Neivamyrmex iheringi
- Neivamyrmex imbellis
- Neivamyrmex impudens 4 countries
- Neivamyrmex inca
- Neivamyrmex inflatus 1 country monogynous
- Neivamyrmex iridescens 6 countries
- Neivamyrmex jerrmanni 2 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex kiowapache 1 country polygynous
- Neivamyrmex klugii 3 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex laevigatus monogynous
- Neivamyrmex latiscapus
- Neivamyrmex legionis 2 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex leonardi 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex leptognathus 1 country monogynous
- Neivamyrmex lieselae
- Neivamyrmex longiscapus 1 country monogynous
- Neivamyrmex macrodentatus 1 country
- Neivamyrmex mandibularis 3 countries
- Neivamyrmex manni 1 country monogynous
- Neivamyrmex maroccanus
- Neivamyrmex mars 2 countries monogynouspolygynousoptionally polygynous
- Neivamyrmex maxillosus
- Neivamyrmex megathrix monogynous
- Neivamyrmex melanocephalus 2 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex melshaemeri 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex micans
- Neivamyrmex microps 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex minensis 1 country monogynous
- Neivamyrmex minor 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex modestus 1 country monogynous
- Neivamyrmex mojave 1 country
- Neivamyrmex moseri 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex ndeh 1 country
- Neivamyrmex nigrescens Black Legionary Ant 2 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex nordenskioldii
- Neivamyrmex nyensis 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex opacithorax 2 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex orthonotus 2 countries polygynous
- Neivamyrmex pacificus 1 country
- Neivamyrmex pauxillus 2 countries
- Neivamyrmex perplexus
- Neivamyrmex pertii 2 countries polygynous
- Neivamyrmex physognathus
- Neivamyrmex pilosus 9 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex piraticus
- Neivamyrmex planidens 1 country
- Neivamyrmex planidorsus 1 country
- Neivamyrmex postangustatus 1 country monogynous
- Neivamyrmex postcarinatus 5 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex pseudops 4 countries polygynous
- Neivamyrmex puerulus 1 country
- Neivamyrmex pulchellus
- Neivamyrmex pullus 1 country
- Neivamyrmex punctaticeps 7 countries
- Neivamyrmex quadratoocciputus 1 country
- Neivamyrmex radoszkowskii 3 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex raptor 1 country polygynous
- Neivamyrmex romandii 1 country polygynous
- Neivamyrmex rosenbergi 1 country
- Neivamyrmex rugulosus 2 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex scutellaris
- Neivamyrmex shuckardi monogynous
- Neivamyrmex spatulatus 1 country
- Neivamyrmex spoliator 6 countries
- Neivamyrmex sulcatus 1 country
- Neivamyrmex sumichrasti 6 countries polygynousoptionally polygynous
- Neivamyrmex swainsonii Swainson's Legionary Ant 4 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex tenuis
- Neivamyrmex texanus Texas Legionary Ant 2 countries monogynous
- Neivamyrmex tristis 1 country
- Neivamyrmex vicinus polygynous
- Neivamyrmex walkerii 1 country polygynous
- Neivamyrmex wilsoni 1 country