Papyrius nitidus

Shining Coconut Ant at Red Hill, ACT

Papyrius nitidus at Red Hill, ACT - 24 Dec 2018
Papyrius nitidus at Red Hill, ACT - 24 Dec 2018
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Identification history

Papyrius nitidus 29 Dec 2018 MichaelMulvaney
Papyrius nitidus 27 Dec 2018 JackyF

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Active nest in gum logs near previously recorded nests. Coconut ants confirmed by Suzi Bond, who was with us, but no sign of butterfly activity.

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Sighting information

  • 101 - 1,000 Abundance
  • 24 Dec 2018 02:06 PM Recorded on
  • JackyF Recorded by

Additional information

  • dead gum logs and small live gum tree Associated plant
  • Less than 5mm Animal size

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