2. Date of collection: 7/3/2020
3. Habitat of collection: Near a forest / open sandy field
4. Length (from head to gaster): 7 mm
5. Color, hue, pattern and texture: Shiny Black on all surfaces EXCEPT on the Petiole and on her side (which is a dark red)
6. Distinguishing characteristics: Petiole is red
7. Distinguishing behavior: None
8. Nest description: None
9. Nuptial flight time and date: Found late last night at around 11:25 P.M. (Temp. was 75 D. Fahrenheit, Humidity was 75%)
Yes, I realize that Crematogaster lineolata and Crematogaster cerasi are indistinguishable at this level, but I’ve never seen one with a red petiole, so I’m wondering if it’s a different species altogether? Here’s some pictures:
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![](https://i.imgur.com/x6dy16q.jpg)
![](https://i.imgur.com/P3Qji2A.jpg)
![](https://i.imgur.com/AczUAI3.jpg)
![](https://i.imgur.com/jz0wYm4.jpg)
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