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[Alistair]

I found this queen trapped in water whilst she still carried her wings. I took her out and saw her shed her wings shortly after, so I'm confident she's a queen.

 

1. Location (on a map) of collection: Geneva, Switzerland
2. Date of collection: 01/09/2020
3. Habitat of collection: Found in the back garden, its grassy and paved with a variety of plants
4. Length (from head to gaster): 7mm
5. Color, hue, pattern and texture: Dark brown, beige belts on gaster. Smooth texture, I think
6. Distinguishing characteristics: unsure
7. Distinguishing behavior: she keeps checking out her gaster and then struggles to climb over herself and get back on her feet.
8. Nest description: N/A

9. Nuptial flight time and date: 01/09/2020 15:00, warm weather after a couple days of rain

 

[Antkid12]

Solenopsis fugax probably

Edited by Antkid12, September 2 2020 - 5:25 AM.

[Manitobant]

Solenopsis fugax, a tiny polygynous ant.

[Antkid12]

Niiice catch, these guys are pretty cool!