Abstract
A new species of Crematogaster Lund, 1831, Crematogaster gypsophila Mohseni, sp. nov., is described based on museum and worker specimens from Iran collected in 2022. Crematogaster gypsophila appears to be well-adapted to gypseous soils. It was found only at one site, a gypsum arid dryland covered with sparse but diverse vegetation, suggesting it may have a narrow niche breadth. Additionally, we present a synoptic list and an identification key to the Iranian Crematogaster species.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 484-492 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Journal of Asia-Pacific Biodiversity |
Volume | 16 |
Issue number | 4 |
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Publication status | Published - 1 Dec 2023 |