The samsum ant (Brachyponera sennaarensis, formerly known as Pachycondyla sennaarensis) is a species of ponerine ant widely distributed in Africa and the Middle East. A common household pest, the ant is a member of the genus Brachyponera. It was first described by Austrian entomologist Gustav Mayr in 1862. The ant is known for its powerful sting, in rare occasions leading to anaphylactic shock and death.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Samsum 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.
Easily confused with
- Brachyponera chinensis
- Pachycondyla harpax
- Odontoponera denticulata
- Mesoponera australis
- Makebapone caffraria
- Mayaponera constricta
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hymenoptera
- Family
- Formicidae
- Genus
- Brachyponera
- Species
- Brachyponera sennaarensis
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