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  Number of segments between alitrunk and gaster  (2 segments (petiole and postpetiole) are reduced or isolated between the alitrunk and the gaster)     Eye size  (Eye composed of more than one lens)     Spines on alitrunk  (Alitrunk without spines)     Number of antennal segments  (12 antennal segments, with 3-segmented club)     Body color  (Black, or reddish-black)

Identity - What this specimen is (based on the available information).
Family - Formicidae,  Subfamily - Myrmicinae,  Genus - Monomorium


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

  Option 1

Mesopleuron smooth and shining; body black to reddish black
Found in wetter habitats (ground/arboreal/house)

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Monomorium minimum
(Alex Wild 2003)

  Option 2

Mesopleuron punctate; body black
Found in drier habitats (under stones)