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Discover and explore ant species from the Antverse — by name, genus, habit or how hard they are to keep.
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PopularBicolored Shield Ant
Meranoplus bicolor
The Bicolored Shield Ant (Meranoplus bicolor), or "มดโล่บ้าน" in Thai, is instantly recognizable for the hard, shield-like plate covering its entire thorax like a suit of armor. A shy, slow-moving, docile species found across much of Asia, it's an easy-care ant for beginners that tolerates a wide diet and simple captive setups.
Smooth-bellied Shield Ant
Meranoplus laeviventris
A small shield ant with a black head and gaster and a reddish-brown thorax. Found across Southeast Asia in semi-dry to wet forests. Moderate difficulty to keep.
Southern Shield Ant
Meranoplus mucronatus
A shield ant with a black head and gaster contrasting a red-brown thorax. Moves slowly, relying on chemical defenses. Easy to keep, well suited to planted tropical setups.
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