Mar 15, 2019
What an unusual looking face! Rhopalothrix have differently shaped mandibles than closely related genera and tiny eyes, along with their lumpy face. Although we think they live underground, scientists don't know too much about these mysterious ants, since a live specimen has never been documented. . . . #Rhopalothrix #ciliata #Columbia #ants #formicidaefridays #elpaso411 #itsallgoodep #instaeptx #naturalhistory #museumlife #bugsofinsta #myrmecology https://www.instagram.com/p/BvC3cfrB7Ld/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=7hyh94iomcuv