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Boston, Massachusetts - sept. 13 2021 3pm

Started By Arachnids , Sep 13 2021 12:05 PM

Best Answer Manitobant , September 13 2021 - 12:18 PM

Lasius aphidicola. She is parasitic and will need lasius host workers. Go to the full post

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#1 Offline Arachnids - Posted September 13 2021 - 12:06 PM

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LocationBoston, Massachusetts

1. Location (on a map) of collection: Lower Allston, Boston, Massachusetts
2. Date of collection: Sept. 13 2021
3. Habitat of collection: Urban area, but was found on a sidewalk along the sode of a park/field.
4. Length (from head to gaster): 5-7mm
5. Color, hue, pattern and texture: The legs are a light ember color and the body is dark
6. Distinguishing characteristics: Mandibles "normal", 1 segmented pedicel
7. Distinguishing behavior: She acted like she was in a hurry to get somewhere! She was walking a straight path toward the busy road.
8. Nest description: N/A
9. Nuptial flight time and date: 3pm EST