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WHAT IS IT?
It’s a new species belonging to the ant family. However, unlike its relatives, which forage and nest underground in small colonies, suggest that it may not be a true soil-dwelling species. Instead, it’s possible that it simply exploits subterranean habitats, such as air-filled voids and cracks in the ground.