Papyrius nitidus

Shining Coconut Ant at Hughes, ACT

Papyrius nitidus at Hughes, ACT - 5 Dec 2020
Papyrius nitidus at Hughes, ACT - 5 Dec 2020
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Identification history

Papyrius nitidus 6 Dec 2020 MichaelMulvaney
Papyrius nitidus 5 Dec 2020 JackyF

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Active in log but no sign of ant activity in nearby saplings

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Sighting information

  • 4 - 15 Abundance
  • 5 Dec 2020 12:54 PM Recorded on
  • JackyF Recorded by

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  • eucalyptus log Associated plant
  • Less than 5mm Animal size

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