Oecophylla longinoda (common name weaver ant) is a species of arboreal ant found in the forested regions of tropical Africa. They are one of only two extant species of the genus, the other being Oecophylla smaragdina. They make nests in trees made of leaves stitched together using the silk produced by their larvae.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of African Weaver Ant being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hymenoptera
- Family
- Formicidae
- Genus
- Oecophylla
- Species
- Oecophylla longinoda
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