Adelomyrmex boltoni facts for kids
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Adelomyrmex
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A. boltoni
Fernandez, F., 2003
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Adelomyrmex boltoni is a special kind of ant. It is a very small insect that lives in certain parts of the world. Scientists study ants like this to learn more about nature.
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Discovering the Adelomyrmex boltoni Ant
This interesting ant species was first found a while ago. Its discovery helps us understand the amazing variety of life on Earth.
When and Where Was This Ant Found?
The very first time Adelomyrmex boltoni was discovered was on October 25, 1982. It was found by a person named F. Baud. This discovery happened in a country called Paraguay. Paraguay is located in South America.
Who Described This Ant?
After it was found, a scientist named F. Fernandez officially described the ant in 2003. When a scientist "describes" a species, they give it a formal name and list its unique features. This helps other scientists identify it.
More Information About This Ant
Later, in 2007, another scientist named A. L. Wild shared more information about Adelomyrmex boltoni. Scientists often build on each other's work. This helps everyone learn more about different species.
