Ants (Hymenoptera, Formicidae)

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Ants (Hymenoptera, Formicidae)

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Discussion

HelenCross wrote:

Yesterday

Wow, they're big nests!

Papyrius sp. (genus)

JonLewis wrote:

24 Mar 2025

Yes, it can be a bit horrific. The large black ant is Camponotus aeneopilosus. Interestingly, in these disputes between two species, the small ants are as often the victors as the large ants.

Aphaenogaster longiceps

AndyRoo wrote:

21 Mar 2025

Thanks Jon. Appreciate the the thought. In any case I'm not sure the macro on my camera could get good enough pics for ID purposes.

Formicidae (family)

Mike wrote:

20 Mar 2025

That was quick Nate.

Rhytidoponera tasmaniensis

JonLewis wrote:

20 Mar 2025

Could be Ochetellus, but can't be sure from the photos.