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Formica queen I think? - Utah

Started By Izzy , Jun 26 2023 8:42 PM

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#1 Offline Izzy - Posted June 26 2023 - 8:42 PM

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I think this is a Formica queen. Found it in the mountains of northern Utah under a rock. Is it in fact Formica and if so what kind? Thanks!

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#2 Offline Mettcollsuss - Posted June 26 2023 - 8:48 PM

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Camponotus. Head looks somewhat skinny so I think Tanaemyrmex, probably one of the many species lumped under Camponotus vicinus.

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#3 Offline Izzy - Posted June 26 2023 - 8:50 PM

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Great, thanks! There were a few Formica colonies nearby that had thatch hills so I thought it might be but I haven't seen any Formica queens before, but yeah I think you're right. Does look a lot like a Camponotus queen.