Papyrius nitidus

1 Shining Coconut Ant at Red Hill, ACT

Papyrius nitidus at Red Hill, ACT - 24 Oct 2019
Papyrius nitidus at Red Hill, ACT - 24 Oct 2019
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Identification history

Papyrius nitidus 24 Oct 2019 JonLewis
Papyrius nitidus 24 Oct 2019 JackyF

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Ants going in and out of hole at left of photo 1. No sign of ant activity in surrounding saplings. I have not reported this nest site previously.

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  • 16 - 100 Abundance
  • 24 Oct 2019 07:01 PM Recorded on
  • JackyF Recorded by

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  • gum log Associated plant
  • Less than 5mm Animal size

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