👉 Anaxyelidae, also known as the cactus ants, are a group of small, arboreal, and insect-eating insects that belong to the family Cactaceae. These ants primarily inhabit the cacti, including various species of cactuses such as Agave, Salvia, and Xanthorrhoea, commonly found in arid regions worldwide. They feed on a variety of plant materials, including leaves, stems, flowers, fruits, and seeds.