Summary
Colobopsis leonardi is a species of ant commonly known as the "exploding ant" due to its unique defense mechanism. Found in Southeast Asia, these ants have specialized glands in their bodies that produce a sticky, toxic substance. When threatened, they contract their abdominal muscles, causing their bodies to rupture and release the substance, immobilizing or killing their enemies. This self-sacrificial behavior is a remarkable adaptation that helps protect their colony.
Tags
harmful
venomous
toxic
bite
tree pest
garden pest
crop pest
pest