Anonychomyrma sp. (genus)

Black Cocktail Ant at Bobundara, NSW

Anonychomyrma sp. (genus) at Bobundara, NSW - 27 Sep 2023
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Anonychomyrma sp. (genus) 3 Oct 2023 JonLewis
Crematogaster sp. (genus) 3 Oct 2023 AlisonMilton

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JonLewis wrote:
   3 Oct 2023
Hi Alison, Anonychomyrma and Crematogaster are both arboreal ants that look similar but, despite having similar common names, they are not closely related. The shape of the abdomen and head are the most distinctive differences between them. Cheers, Jon
AlisonMilton wrote:
   3 Oct 2023
Thanks Jon

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  • 16 - 100 Abundance
  • 27 Sep 2023 04:26 PM Recorded on
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  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
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