I caught this queen approx. 5 days ago (Last Sunday I think). She is already laying a clutch of eggs and is actively protecting/watching over them! I'm excited because I think she is the first fertile queen I've caught.
She is noticeably smaller and shaped a bit differently than the camponotus queens I've caught in the past.
What species is this?
Let me know if more photos are needed.
Thanks in advance!
https://imgur.com/a/6giqoUX (2 photos currently)
Help! What queen is this?
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Re: Help! What queen is this?
Caught in Columbus, OH
About the length of a U.S. Nickel or slightly larger.
About the length of a U.S. Nickel or slightly larger.
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Batspiderfish
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Re: Help! What queen is this?
The photos are not set for public viewing, it would seem.
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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TheRealAntMan
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Re: Help! What queen is this?
Looks like Formica Subsericea.
An ants' strength can be rivaled by few animals compared to relative body size.
Re: Help! What queen is this?
https://imgur.com/a/6giqoUX
This one is currently set to Public!
Also: Thanks, TheRealAntMan!
This one is currently set to Public!
Also: Thanks, TheRealAntMan!
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