Taxonomic revision of the ant genus Linepithema (Hymenoptera: Formicidae)

The Neotropical ant genus Linepithema is revised at the species level for the first time. Following extensive synonymy, nineteen species are recognized, including six new species. Taxonomic keys, diagnoses, illustrations, and discussions of the biology, distribution, natural history, and taxonomy are provided.

Alexander L. Wild is Research Associate at the University of Arizona.