Transcriptome Analysis in Venom Gland of the Predatory Giant Ant Dinoponera quadriceps: Insights into the Polypeptide Toxin Arsenal of Hymenopterans
Figure 1
Dinoponera quadriceps in the field and its dissected venom apparatus.
Part A - A single specimen of D. quadriceps protecting the nest's entrance. Part B - Dissected D. quadriceps venom apparatus (×40). Abbreviations: Dg - Doffur's gland; cv - convoluted gland (not observable); st - secretory tubule; vs- venom sac; sg – sting.