Polyrhachis sp. (genus)

A spiny ant at Cook, ACT

Polyrhachis sp. (genus) at Cook, ACT - 25 Jan 2025 10:02 AM
Polyrhachis sp. (genus) at Cook, ACT - 25 Jan 2025 10:02 AM
Polyrhachis sp. (genus) at Cook, ACT - 25 Jan 2025 10:02 AM
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Polyrhachis sp. (genus) 28 Jan 2025 SimonDunstan
Polyrhachis sp. (genus) 27 Jan 2025 CathB

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Looks like a queen that has lost its wings although a fragment of one remains, and the gaster appears to be damaged

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  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size

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