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Queen ID - Vancouver, BC (25/10/2016)

Started By King TJ , Oct 24 2016 11:24 PM

Best Answer James C. Trager , October 25 2016 - 3:14 AM

Lasius pallitarsis - an abundant species wherever there are trees, in that region. The "glow" of the abdomen is due to a fine coating of shiny, yellowish fuzz (pubescence) on the surface.

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#1 Offline King TJ - Posted October 24 2016 - 11:24 PM

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LocationVancouver, BC (Canada)

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

Area: Found in a park

Colour: Very dark brown, almost black

Size: Queen = 10mm, Workers = 3mm

Her gaster has a bit of hair and almost has a glow to it.

#2 Offline James C. Trager - Posted October 25 2016 - 3:14 AM Best Answer

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Lasius pallitarsis - an abundant species wherever there are trees, in that region. The "glow" of the abdomen is due to a fine coating of shiny, yellowish fuzz (pubescence) on the surface.