👉 The ant weapon, also known as the "ant's stinger" or "mandible," is a defensive mechanism used by certain species of ants, particularly those in the genus
Pseudomyrmex
and
Camponotus
. When threatened, these ants extend a modified mandible or a specialized extension of their mandibles called the "stinger." The stinger is equipped with venom glands and can deliver a painful, sometimes debilitating, sting to predators or potential threats. This weapon serves as a formidable defense, deterring attacks and protecting the colony from harm.