Dublin, Ohio - queen ID help

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Hillthumper

Dublin, Ohio - queen ID help

Post: # 25543Post Hillthumper
Tue Jul 18, 2017 8:29 pm

Caught 2 of these queens July 16th in Dublin, Ohio and not sure what species they are.

They are both about 5mm long.

Sorry if the photos aren't the best. I don't have a camera with good macro lens.

I primarily want to know if they are claustral or semi-claustral. I'm assuming claustral due to how small the head and mandibles are, but would like someone more knowledgeable to give me some feedback.

These are some of the smallest ants I have seen in my area and really want to take good care of them. This is my first attempt at starting a colony. They are both in test tube setups and seem to be doing OK at the moment.


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Re: Dublin, Ohio - queen ID help

Post: # 25549Post Batspiderfish
Tue Jul 18, 2017 8:42 pm

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If you enjoy my expertise and identifications, please do not put wild populations at risk of disease by releasing pet colonies. We are responsible to give our pets the best care we can manage for the rest of their lives.

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