Papyrius nitidus

Shining Coconut Ant at Hawker, ACT

Papyrius nitidus at Hawker, ACT - 30 Mar 2019
Papyrius nitidus at Hawker, ACT - 30 Mar 2019
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Identification history

Papyrius nitidus 31 Mar 2019 MichaelMulvaney
Papyrius nitidus 30 Mar 2019 John Brannan

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This nest appears to be solely arboreal. I couldn't see any signs of a nest at the base of the tree.

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Location information

Sighting information

  • 16 - 100 Abundance
  • 30 Mar 2019 11:38 AM Recorded on
  • John Brannan Recorded by

Additional information

  • Eucalypt, probably melliodora Associated plant
  • Less than 5mm Animal size
  • Unknown Gender

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