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Posted June 27 2017 - 1:15 PM
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1. Location (on a map) of collection: Northern NJ
2. Date of collection: 5.15.17
3. Habitat of collection: Wooded suburb
4. Length (from head to gaster): 2-3mm
5. Color, hue, pattern and texture: NA
6. Distinguishing characteristics: NA
7. Distinguishing behavior: Made an indentation in the wet cotton ball and laying all eggs there (on the wet cotton ball)
8. Nest description: NA
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Posted June 27 2017 - 1:43 PM
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Can you get a less blurry picture?
I want to say some kind of Brachymyrmex or some type of small Lasius like Alienus.
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Posted June 27 2017 - 3:45 PM
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Posted June 27 2017 - 5:29 PM
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Posted June 27 2017 - 8:20 PM
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Brachymyrmex patagonicus I think
Just a little boy that likes ants. I try my best to be mature and competent.
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Posted June 28 2017 - 5:59 AM
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Brachymyrmex patagonicu does not appear to exist in NJ
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Posted June 28 2017 - 6:06 AM
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Hope these pictures are better!
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Posted June 28 2017 - 6:44 AM
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are we sure about the measurement?
If you've enjoyed using my expertise and identifications, please do not create undue ecological risk by releasing your ants. The environment which we keep our pet insects is alien and oftentimes unsanitary, so ensure that wild populations stay safe by giving your ants the best care you can manage for the rest of their lives, as we must do with any other pet.
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Posted June 28 2017 - 9:22 AM
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Posted June 28 2017 - 9:46 AM
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Must be a petite Nylanderia queen, which in your area are usually a little closer to 4mm.
If you've enjoyed using my expertise and identifications, please do not create undue ecological risk by releasing your ants. The environment which we keep our pet insects is alien and oftentimes unsanitary, so ensure that wild populations stay safe by giving your ants the best care you can manage for the rest of their lives, as we must do with any other pet.
Exotic ants are for those who think that vibrant diversity is something you need to pay money to see. It is illegal to transport live ants across state lines.
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