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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  (Tip of gaster with acidipore, usually projecting as nozzle with fringe of hairs; sting absent)     Number of antennal segments  (12 antennal segments)     Maxillary palp  (Maxillary palp segments 3 and 4 not longer than head)

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


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

  Option 1

Dorsal surfaces with coarse, paired hairs (setae)

  Option 2

Dorsal surfaces without coarse, paired hairs