Ants (Hymenoptera, Formicidae)
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Discussion
AndyRoo
wrote:
21 Mar 2025
Thanks Jon. Appreciate the the thought. In any case I'm not sure the macro on my camera could get good enough pics for ID purposes.
Formicidae (family)
JonLewis
wrote:
20 Mar 2025
Could be Ochetellus, but can't be sure from the photos.
Formicidae (family)
JonLewis
wrote:
20 Mar 2025
Sorry Andy, not enough to go on here. Probably Iridomyrmex, but can't be sure from the photos. Cheers, Jon
Formicidae (family)
RAllen
wrote:
18 Mar 2025
See sighting 4654124
Gymnorhina tibicen (Australian Magpie)
Gymnorhina tibicen (Australian Magpie)
Myrmecia sp. (genus)
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