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Rayne, Louisiana 4/12/17


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#1 Offline CajunNative - Posted April 12 2017 - 4:12 PM

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1. Location of collection: Rayne, Louisiana
2. Date of collection: 4/12/17
3. Habitat of collection: on my cement driveway
4. Length (from head to gaster): about 8mm
5. Color, hue, pattern and texture: Reddish black
6. Distinguishing characteristics: Fuzzy gaster, 2 nodes, short antenna, 
 

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I found her around 4pm crawling on my driveway. I'm pretty sure it's a queen. Correct me if I'm wrong. She's about 8mm. I haven't a clue what kind of ant though! Which is why I'm posting here! Help me out please. 



#2 Offline Nathant2131 - Posted April 12 2017 - 4:32 PM

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Solenopsis invicta?

Either way, it's a queen.

#3 Offline Martialis - Posted April 12 2017 - 4:39 PM

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Solenopsis invicta


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#4 Offline Aaron567 - Posted April 12 2017 - 4:50 PM

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Definitely Solenopsis invicta.






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