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  Number of segments between alitrunk and gaster  (Only 1 segment (the petiole) is reduced or isolated between the alitrunk and gaster)     Acidipore  (Acidipore absent)

Identity - What this specimen is (based on the available information).
Family - Formicidae


Diagnostic - How to further narrow the specimen's identity.  Select the most appropriate option.
Feature to examine:  Sting

  Option 1

Sting present; pygidium unarmed

  Option 2

Sting absent; pygidium armed with apical row of short, peg-like bristles

  Option 3

Sting absent; pygidium unarmed
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