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Ant ID (Myrmecocystus wheeleri) (O'Neill Regional Park, Orange County, CA) (4-8-2013)

Started By dspdrew , Sep 19 2013 9:47 PM
ONeill Regional Park Orange County California Myrmecocystus wheeleri dspdrew ant id

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#1 Offline dspdrew - Posted September 19 2013 - 9:47 PM

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  • LocationSanta Ana, CA

Location:  O'Neill Regional Park, Orange County, California.
Habitat:  Coastal sage scrub.
Coloration, hue and pattern:  Light red with even lighter, more translucent gaster with black spots in it.
Length:  5mm.
Distinguishing characteristics:  Large eyes, long legs.

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#2 Offline dspdrew - Posted September 19 2013 - 9:49 PM

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  • LocationSanta Ana, CA

Most likely Myrmecocystus wheeleri according to both Dr James Trager and Mrmacophyl.


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