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#1 Offline Major - Posted September 14 2018 - 5:36 PM

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Brachyamyrmex Depilis or Patagonicus, possible Solenopsis Molesta.

1. Location (on a map) of collection: Rochester, NY
2. Date of collection: 10/14/18
3. Habitat of collection: On a car
4. Length (from head to gaster): 5mm
5. Color, hue, pattern and texture: Brown/ Yellow.
6. Distinguishing characteristics: Elongated gaster
7. Distinguishing behavior: Mates on cars
8. Nest description: N/A
9. Nuptial flight time and date: 10/14/18 7:30 PM







Lasius Neoniger?
1. Location (on a map) of collection: Rochester, NY
2. Date of collection: 10/14/18
3. Habitat of collection: Car and blacklight
4. Length (from head to gaster): 10mm
5. Color, hue, pattern and texture: Black and brownish yellow below gaster
6. Distinguishing characteristics: N/A
7. Distinguishing behavior: N/A
8. Nest description: N/A
9. Nuptial flight time and date: 10/14/14 7:30 PM


All queens seem to be polygynous.

#2 Offline EthanNgo678 - Posted September 14 2018 - 5:48 PM

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Are you sure the Lasius queens are the same sp.


Plants r cool


#3 Offline Major - Posted September 14 2018 - 5:50 PM

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Are you sure the Lasius queens are the same sp.


Yes. They look a bit different due to lighting sorry if I confused you.

#4 Offline AntsAreUs - Posted September 14 2018 - 6:35 PM

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The first is Brachymyrmex depilis.


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#5 Offline Major - Posted September 15 2018 - 6:37 AM

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Thanks AAU! Any clue on the second? I'm thinking Lasius Neoniger




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