Five ant species are reported for the first time from Sri Lanka: Ooceraea alii
(Bharti & Akbar, 2013); O. biroi (Forel, 1907); Prionopelta kraepelini Forel,
1905; Strumigenys emmae (Emery, 1890) and S. membranifera
Emery,
1869. Among the newly reported species, four species (O. biroi, S. membranifera,
S. emmae and P. kraepelini) are known for their invasive and
tramping nature, spreading via human commerce and have attained broad
cosmopolitan distribution. Impact of these ants on regional fauna is not
known and needs immediate attention. A brief diagnosis, distribution, and
illustrations are provided for each species.
