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Started By NCAntNoob , May 9 2023 9:18 AM

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#1 Offline NCAntNoob - Posted May 9 2023 - 9:18 AM

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Location (on a map) of collection: Chapel Hill NC
2. Date of collection: 5/09
3. Habitat of collection: courtyard
4. Length (from head to gaster):
5. Color, hue, pattern and texture: black ant
6. Distinguishing characteristics: yellow legs
7. Distinguishing behavior: took off wings
8. Nest description: n/a
9. Nuptial flight time and date: 1:00

#2 Offline NCAntNoob - Posted May 9 2023 - 9:20 AM

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Here’s a picture

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#3 Offline ANTdrew - Posted May 9 2023 - 10:01 AM

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That is a termite reproductive.


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"The ants are a people not strong, yet they prepare their meat in the summer." Prov. 30:25
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#4 Offline antsinvirgina - Posted May 9 2023 - 10:36 AM

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That is a termite reproductive.

what Antdrew said 

sorry if you were hoping it was a queen.


#5 Offline NCAntNoob - Posted May 9 2023 - 10:41 AM

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it’s alright I’ll keep looking

#6 Offline antsinvirgina - Posted May 9 2023 - 10:44 AM

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it’s alright I’ll keep looking

Good Luck 


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