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