Papyrius nitidus

1 Shining Coconut Ant at Symonston, ACT

Papyrius nitidus at Symonston, ACT - 14 Feb 2020
Papyrius nitidus at Symonston, ACT - 14 Feb 2020
Papyrius nitidus at Symonston, ACT - 14 Feb 2020
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Identification history

Papyrius nitidus 15 Feb 2020 JonLewis
Papyrius nitidus 15 Feb 2020 rawshorty

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There was another active nest about 15 metres away and another one a few metres away but no ants were seen at it. I assume it is a known one but posting just in case it is not known.

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Sighting information

  • 16 - 100 Abundance
  • 14 Feb 2020 11:38 AM Recorded on
  • rawshorty Recorded by

Additional information

  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size

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