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Why in News?
Scientists from Karnataka and Odisha have discovered two new army ant species in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh, highlighting the region’s rich biodiversity.
Newly Discovered Species
- Aenictus chittoorensis
- Aenictus lankamallensis
Location of Discovery
- Sri Venkateswara Wildlife Sanctuary
- Southern Eastern Ghats, Andhra Pradesh
What Are Army Ants?
Army ants are highly social, nomadic predatory ants known for:
- Coordinated mass hunting raids
- Large colonies functioning as a single unit
- Continuous movement rather than permanent nesting
They are among the most efficient collective predators in tropical ecosystems.
