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Found in Virginia on 5/16/20


Best Answer ANTdrew , May 16 2020 - 5:08 PM

Camponotus chromaiodes
Good find Go to the full post


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#1 Offline Cblake113 - Posted May 16 2020 - 4:35 PM

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1. Location (on a map) of collection: Kilmarnock Virginia

2. Date of collection: 5/16/20

3. Habitat of collection: under tree bark on edge of a mixed hard woods.

4. Length (from head to gaster): 5/8 inches

5. Color, hue, pattern and texture: seems to be blackish with reddish legs. Also has small hairs on abdomen

6. Distinguishing characteristics: na

7. Distinguishing behavior: na

8. Nest description: under tree bark

9. Nuptial flight time and date: na

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#2 Offline ANTdrew - Posted May 16 2020 - 5:08 PM   Best Answer

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Camponotus chromaiodes
Good find
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