polyergus

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Noun polyergus has 1 sense

Polyergus, genus Polyergus - Amazon ants
--₁ is a kind of arthropod genus
--₁ is a member of Formicidae, family Formicidae
--₁ has members: Amazon ant, Polyergus rufescens

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Polyergus

Definition:

Polyergus is a genus of ants belonging to the subfamily Formicinae. They are known for their unique behavior of raiding and enslaving other ant colonies.

Senses:

Sense 1 - Noun:

A type of ant belonging to the genus Polyergus.

Example Sentence: Polyergus ants have a fascinating ability to capture and enslave Formica ant species.

Sense 2 - Adjective:

Relating to or characteristic of the ants of the genus Polyergus.

Example Sentence: The polyergus behavior of raiding and enslaving other colonies has intrigued many entomologists.

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