There are many species of ant, but the Greek word for ant is myrmex, which is used as a taxonomic genus. Websites about ants will likely list the various species.
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The scientific name for ants is Formicidae, which is the family name for all ants. Each species of ant has its own unique scientific name as well.
The scientific name for bulldog ants is Myrmecia. They are a genus of aggressive and highly venomous ants native to Australia.
The scientific name of the ant is Formicidae, a family within the order Hymenoptera. The taxonomy of ants is complex, with over 12,000 identified species worldwide, each with its unique scientific name.
The scientific name for a black ant that I am familiar with is componotus hurculeanu.If this isn't correct, don't blame me. I just figured it out on another website a month ago but is seems to have impressed my science teachers.
There is no one specific scientific name in binomial nomenclature for ants as there are many different species, however all ants belong to the family Formicidae, which makes all ants formicidae (Which is both the singular and plural form). This term, formicidae could be used as the scientific name for ants as they are the only member of family Formicidae. There are also some common scientific names for specific species of ants including:Black carpenter ant: Camponotus pennsylvanicusGiant forest ant: Camponotus gigasTexas Leaf-cutter ant: Atta texanaSee the related link for more information.