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ID, is this even a queen? 7/16/18

Started By StayLoki , Jul 16 2018 2:00 PM

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#1 Offline StayLoki - Posted July 16 2018 - 2:00 PM

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1. Location (on a map) of collection: Houghton NY, near Letchworth
2. Date of collection: 7/14/18
3. Habitat of collection: concrete edging around inground pool
4. Length (from head to gaster): 6-7cm
5. Color, hue, pattern and texture: red and black ant? Black head & abdomen, reddish thorax
6. Distinguishing characteristics:
7. Distinguishing behavior:
8. Nest description: n/a

9. Nuptial flight time and date: n/a

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#2 Offline Batspiderfish - Posted July 16 2018 - 2:11 PM

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Lasius aphidicolus

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Edited by Batspiderfish, July 16 2018 - 2:11 PM.

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.

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