In terms of size, ants do not seem dangerous even they are more threatened by other insects and humans. However, this little animal has its own advantages that can cause other creatures to live in fear.
In fact, there are ant species that can cause human deaths through venomous bites. This time mimin wants to share with loyal readers mimin, 7 most dangerous ants in the world.
** Bullhorn Acacia Ant**
In terms of shape, the Acacia Bullhorn ants resemble a clone, just different because they do not have wings like bees. The length of the body and the color of the ant is almost identical to the bees.
These ants are very harmful to humans because their sting is capable of producing very severe dizziness effects on human skin.
The ants commonly found in African countries have medical benefits that can be used to treat diseases such as asthma and major depression.
Florida Ant Harvester
The Florida Harvester Ant is usually found in the desert areas of North, Central and South America. These ants have the same bee structure for all species, in terms of appearance.
This bee-like structure helps the ants in reaching or picking up small details on the slippery surface of the sand. Do not underestimate these ants because they have poison.
Fire Ant
There are more than 200 species of fire ants in the Solenopsis family. Just as the name suggests, fire ants cause the same effect as burning human skin. Fire ants are one of the most aggressive ants in the world.
Some of these ant species are also known as "ginger ants", whose sting is very painful and requires immediate medical attention. If these ants bite in groups, it is very dangerous because the antidote consists of alkaloids.
Allergic reactions to human skin can cause swelling and irritation. Other symptoms that can be caused by this ant bite include difficulty breathing and unclear conversation.
Bullet Ant
The bull ant is no less dangerous than Bulldog ants. From the name "bullet" you can already expect the danger of this ant. His name was given because of the perceived sense of the victim.
It is as if this ant can cause pain that is very painful like a single shot. These ants are commonly found in Honduras and Paraguay, and are among the ants that have the most painful stings in the world.
Bulldog Ant
The Guinness World Record recognizes Bulldog ants as the most dangerous ants in the world. The majority of these ants live on the coast of Australia. Since 1988, there have been about 3 'deaths' due to this ant.
The sting is so strong that it is said to cause the second most severe pain in the world. Stinging pain can last for several minutes described as "sharp pain without heat".
Interaction with humans is very aggressive and these ants are able to jump a few inches if there is a disturbance or a disturbed nest. Evidence suggests that the toxins injected by these ants cause feelings of insensitivity to the tissues for a long time.