I am very new to Ant Keeping. My first queen is a camponotus pennsylvanicus and I’m having issues finding and identifying other queens as they all seem much smaller than my first queen. Found in Minnesota, USA. Sorry for not having measurements. I’m hoping a clear picture will help with identifying.
Is this a queen? If so, what is she?
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New Ant Keeper needs help!
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7mm or so long.
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Re: New Ant Keeper needs help!
Lasius umbratus
http://www.formiculture.com/topic/3252-much-ado-about-the-founding-of-lasius-temporary-social-parasites/
http://www.formiculture.com/topic/3252-much-ado-about-the-founding-of-lasius-temporary-social-parasites/
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Wow! Thank you for the help in both identifying and explaining what a social parasite is. Thanks so much.
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