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West Michigan 9/20/2023 Small with pointed gaster

Started By cfreidsma , Sep 20 2023 5:19 PM

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#1 Offline cfreidsma - Posted September 20 2023 - 5:19 PM

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LocationZeeland, Michigan

1. Location (on a map) of collection: West Michigan
2. Date of collection: 9/20/2023
3. Habitat of collection: suburban area on sidewalk
4. Length (from head to gaster): 4-5mm
5. Color, hue, pattern and texture: Shiny with pointed gaster
6. Distinguishing characteristics: na
7. Distinguishing behavior: na
8. Nest description: na

9. Nuptial flight time and date: Assuming date of collection

Labeled II for me to distinguish them

#2 Offline bmb1bee - Posted September 20 2023 - 5:23 PM

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Parasitic Lasius queen, but not sure what species.

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