In a fascinating discovery, researchers have unearthed a new ant species in the Pilbara region of northwestern Australia, which bears an uncanny resemblance to the infamous Harry Potter character, Lord Voldemort. This elusive creature, named Leptanilla voldemort, is a ‘fearsome predator’ that thrives in the shadows, living exclusively underground.
Leptanilla voldemort was discovered during an ecological survey to document animals living belowground in the arid Pilbara region of northwestern Australia. This ghostly slender ant species is a true marvel of nature, with sharp jaws and a pale, slender body that allows it to thrive in darkness. The name Leptanilla voldemort is a tribute to the antagonist in the Harry Potter book series, Lord Voldemort, as both the ant and the wizard share the traits of being slender, pale, and thriving in darkness.