Papyrius nitidus

1 Shining Coconut Ant at Symonston, ACT

Papyrius nitidus at Symonston, ACT - 31 May 2020
Papyrius nitidus at Symonston, ACT - 31 May 2020
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Identification history

Papyrius nitidus 1 Jun 2020 Mike

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Several nests I have checked recently have been inactive but this had ants at the top of the stump.

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Sighting information

  • 16 - 100 Abundance
  • 31 May 2020 02:30 PM Recorded on
  • Mike Recorded by

Additional information

  • Less than 5mm Animal size

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