Papyrius nitidus

Shining Coconut Ant at Symonston, ACT

Papyrius nitidus at Symonston, ACT - 16 Aug 2018
Papyrius nitidus at Symonston, ACT - 16 Aug 2018
Papyrius nitidus at Symonston, ACT - 16 Aug 2018
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Identification history

Papyrius nitidus 17 Aug 2018 MichaelMulvaney
Papyrius nitidus 17 Aug 2018 JackyF

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One of many coconut ant nests near this track, have added separate sightings of some others. A couple of ants barely visible in third photo, sorry only had my smartphone.

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Sighting information

  • 101 - 1,000 Abundance
  • 16 Aug 2018 11:47 AM Recorded on
  • JackyF Recorded by

Additional information

  • small gum with badly damaged trunk Associated plant
  • Less than 5mm Animal size

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