Papyrius nitidus

2 Shining Coconut Ant at Deakin, ACT

Papyrius nitidus at Deakin, ACT - 7 Jul 2019
Papyrius nitidus at Deakin, ACT - 7 Jul 2019
Papyrius nitidus at Deakin, ACT - 7 Jul 2019
Papyrius nitidus at Deakin, ACT - 7 Jul 2019
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Identification history

Papyrius nitidus 8 Jul 2019 JonLewis
Papyrius nitidus 8 Jul 2019 Ratcliffe

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Strong smell of coconut when ants crushed

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  • The ants were observed on two of the logs shown in the photos. Associated plant
  • Less than 5mm Animal size
  • Unknown Gender

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