Has strong cytotoxic and hemolytic activities. Is more potent against mononuclear leukocytes than against granulocytes. The synthesized peptide 57-76 shows a potent and broad spectrum antimicrobial activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, and also against the fungus C.albicans. Adopts an alpha-helical structure. Expressed by the venom gland. Variant Ile-61. Causes an allergic reaction in human. Binds to IgE. Belongs to the formicidae venom precursor-01 superfamily. Ant pilosulin family.