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Cardiocondyla

Ant genus · 88 species · 76 countries

Genus
Cardiocondyla
Subfamily
Myrmicinae
Tribe
Crematogastrini
Distribution
Found in 76 countries
Colony form
polygynous, monogynous, optionally polygynous
Species count
88 species (1 fossil)

About Cardiocondyla

Cardiocondyla is a genus within the family Formicidae , classified in the subfamily Myrmicinae (tribe Crematogastrini) . AntScout currently documents 88 species in this genus, distributed across 76 countries , including Albania, Algeria, Australia, Azerbaijan, Barbados.

Species in this genus exhibit polygynous and monogynous 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 Cardiocondyla Is Found

Species in this genus are documented in 76 countries:

AlbaniaAlgeriaAustraliaAzerbaijanBarbadosBrazilBulgariaCameroonChinaColombiaCosta RicaCyprusCôte d'IvoireDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEswatiniFijiFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaGhanaGreeceGrenadaGuadeloupeHong KongHungaryIndiaIndonesiaIran, Islamic Republic ofIsraelItalyJapanJordanKazakhstanKenyaKyrgyzstanMadagascarMalaysiaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMongoliaMoroccoNamibiaNetherlandsNew ZealandNicaraguaNorfolk IslandOmanPakistanPalauPapua New GuineaPhilippinesPortugalPuerto RicoRomaniaRussian FederationRéunionSaint Kitts and NevisSamoaSaudi ArabiaSeychellesSingaporeSolomon IslandsSouth AfricaSpainTanzania, United Republic ofThailandTokelauTongaTunisiaTürkiyeUnited States of AmericaWallis and FutunaYemen

Frequently Asked Questions

How many species does Cardiocondyla have?

The genus Cardiocondyla includes 88 species documented on AntScout, spread across 76 countries. 1 of these are fossil species.

Where do Cardiocondyla ants live?

Cardiocondyla species are found in 76 countries , including Albania, Algeria, Australia, Azerbaijan, Barbados. Distribution varies by species - check individual species pages for precise range maps.

Can I buy Cardiocondyla ants?

Cardiocondyla 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 Cardiocondyla ants good for beginners?

This depends on the specific species. Some Cardiocondyla 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 Cardiocondyla Species (88)

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