Camponotus intrepidus

Flumed Sugar Ant at Aranda, ACT

Camponotus intrepidus at Aranda, ACT - 20 Feb 2019
Camponotus intrepidus at Aranda, ACT - 20 Feb 2019
Camponotus intrepidus at Aranda, ACT - 20 Feb 2019
Camponotus intrepidus at Aranda, ACT - 20 Feb 2019
Camponotus intrepidus at Aranda, ACT - 20 Feb 2019
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Camponotus intrepidus 20 Feb 2019 JonLewis
Camponotus intrepidus 20 Feb 2019 CathB

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These look very similar to previous sightings in Aranda Bushland, but these entrances seem to be mostly made of soil, with some plant material around the top. There are quite a few in this area. A large ant appeared to be guarding the entrance and let several ants in while I watched.

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JonLewis wrote:
   21 Feb 2019
Fantastic photos!

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