Liometopum is a genus of ants that belongs to the subfamily Dolichoderinae, found in North America, Europe and Asia.

Caterpillars of certain butterfly species have a symbiotic relationship with Liometopum ants. They produce secretions that the ants will feed on, similar to the behavior of the ant genus Iridomyrmex.[citation needed]

Species

See also

  • Escamoles, a Mexican dish made from Liometopum larvae and pupae

External links

  • Media related to Liometopum at Wikimedia Commons
  • Data related to Liometopum at Wikispecies