Papyrius nitidus

Shining Coconut Ant at Cook, ACT

Papyrius nitidus at Cook, ACT - 1 Mar 2020
Papyrius nitidus at Cook, ACT - 1 Mar 2020
Papyrius nitidus at Cook, ACT - 1 Mar 2020
Papyrius nitidus at Cook, ACT - 1 Mar 2020
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Identification history

Papyrius nitidus 10 Mar 2020 JonLewis
Papyrius nitidus 10 Mar 2020 CathB

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The ants appeared to be feeding on this 'fairy floss'

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Sighting information

  • 16 - 100 Abundance
  • 1 Mar 2020 08:21 AM Recorded on
  • CathB Recorded by

Additional information

  • Eucalyptus rubida Associated plant
  • Less than 5mm Animal size

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