Myrmecia sp. (genus)

Bull ant or Jack Jumper at Mayfield, NSW

Myrmecia sp. (genus) at Mayfield, NSW - 24 Aug 2023
Myrmecia sp. (genus) at Mayfield, NSW - 24 Aug 2023
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Identification history

Myrmecia sp. (genus) 27 Aug 2023 JonLewis
Myrmecia tarsata 26 Aug 2023 CarbonAI
Unidentified 26 Aug 2023 Paul4K

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JonLewis wrote:
   27 Aug 2023
Hi Paul, think this is probably Myrmecia simillima, based on the shape of the mandibles, but can't be sure from the images. Cheers, Jon

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Sighting information

  • 4 - 15 Abundance
  • 24 Aug 2023 01:16 PM Recorded on
  • Paul4K Recorded by

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  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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