Papyrius sp. (genus)

A Coconut Ant at Molonglo Valley, ACT

Papyrius sp. (genus) at Molonglo Valley, ACT - 1 Feb 2022
Papyrius sp. (genus) at Molonglo Valley, ACT - 1 Feb 2022
Papyrius sp. (genus) at Molonglo Valley, ACT - 1 Feb 2022
Papyrius sp. (genus) at Molonglo Valley, ACT - 1 Feb 2022
Papyrius sp. (genus) at Molonglo Valley, ACT - 1 Feb 2022
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Identification history

Papyrius sp. (genus) 4 Feb 2022 JonLewis
Papyrius sp. (genus) 4 Feb 2022 CathB

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Could this be the hairy coconut ant?

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JonLewis wrote:
   4 Feb 2022
Hi Cath, it could be the hairy species but can't be quite sure from these photos. Cheers, Jon

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Sighting information

  • 16 - 100 Abundance
  • 1 Feb 2022 10:04 AM Recorded on
  • CathB Recorded by

Additional information

  • Eucalyptus mannifera Associated plant
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size

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