Formicidae (family)

Unidentified ant at Aranda, ACT

Formicidae (family) at Aranda, ACT - 1 Aug 2023
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Identification history

Formicidae (family) 13 Aug 2023 JonLewis
Ochetellus glaber 1 Aug 2023 KMcCue

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The small black ants were very active, as were the European honey bees. I hope this is the kind of sighting Roger is looking for.

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JonLewis wrote:
   13 Aug 2023
Sorry I can't be any more specific about the ID. Cheers, Jon

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  • Banksia Associated plant
  • There were European bees on the same flower Associated Insect
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Feeding on nectar or pollen Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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