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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  (6 antennal segments; linear elongate mandibles)

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


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

  Option 1

Mandibles long and slender, with 2 large teeth on tip

  Option 2

Mandibles shorter, inner border armed with several teeth on the distal half, and a large triangular tooth at the base