solenopsis
/ˌsɒlɪˈnɒpˌsɪs/; /ˌsɑːlɪˈnɒpˌsɪs/Definitions
1. noun
a genus of highly social, typically black, ants that are known for their painful stings, especially the fire ant.
“The fire ant, a member of the Solenopsis genus, is a common pest in many parts of the world.”