The Colobopsis cylindrica group is known under its vernacular name "exploding ants," and it's latest new addition was identified in 1935. Until this week, that is.

They are the first new species of exploding ant to be discovered since 1935, Laciny said. Advertisement. Advertisement. ... Enemies are covered in a toxic yellow goo that has a “spice-like ...

Exploding behavior of C. explodens in experimental setting with a weaver ant. Exploding behavior of C. explodens in experimental setting with a weaver ant. Alexey Kopchinskiy CC-BY 4.0 Katherine ...

Upon exploding, the ant dies a quick ... The new species has been nicknamed the “YG ant,” which stands for “yellow goo,” the sticky substance this particular ant creates when it bursts opens.

This rupturing releases a sticky, yellow, toxic goo that has a spicy smell. The researchers expect more exploding ant species will be described in the near future. See All Key Ideas ...

‘Exploding’ Ant Ruptures Its Own Body to Defend Its Nest ... Previously, C. explodens was simply known as “Yellow Goo,” after the color of its toxic secretion.