For the identification of insects and other fauna and flora of South Africa.

Saturday, September 29, 2012

Red Driver Ant (Dorylus helvolus)

Can you believe that this wasp-like insect is actually an ant? They are rather large, about 4-5cm (2 1/2 to 3 inches) in body length.
This is male and although vicious looking, they are harmless to humans.
They live in large colonies with the workers which are much smaller and have a mean bite.
 They can often be seen coming to lights at night.