Javascript Disabled Detected

You currently have javascript disabled. Several functions may not work. Please re-enable javascript to access full functionality.

Welcome to Formiculture.com!

This is a website for anyone interested in Myrmecology and all aspects of finding, keeping, and studying ants. The site and forum are free to use. Register now to gain access to all of our features. Once registered and logged in, you will be able to create topics, post replies to existing threads, give reputation points to your fellow members, get your own private messenger, post status updates, manage your profile and so much more. If you already have an account, login here - otherwise create an account for free today!

need help identifying species

Started By bhali333 , Jul 2 2016 8:19 AM

Please log in to reply

2 replies to this topic

#1 Offline bhali333 - Posted July 2 2016 - 8:19 AM

Newbie

Members
1 posts

Hi,

I need some help identifying this species, I am new to ant keeping but have managed to raise 8 solenopsis invicta colonies all with numerous workers. I captured 6 queens of this species the other day but can not identify them. I have them about 4 days and 2 out of the 6 have eggs already.

Their characteristics are

location: Oxford (central) Florida

color: Black

length: 1.50 to 1.75 mm

caught late afternoon day after heavy rain storm.

Sorry the pics are not that great but my digital camera is kinda old

#2 Offline Batspiderfish - Posted July 2 2016 - 8:35 AM

Advanced Member

Members
1,614 posts

That seems way too small for a queen, but I would say this is Brachymyrmex. We'd need to get closer to determine the species.

If you've enjoyed using my expertise and identifications, please do not create undue ecological risk by releasing your ants. The environment which we keep our pet insects is alien and oftentimes unsanitary, so ensure that wild populations stay safe by giving your ants the best care you can manage for the rest of their lives, as we must do with any other pet.

Exotic ants are for those who think that vibrant diversity is something you need to pay money to see. It is illegal to transport live ants across state lines.

----

Black lives still matter.