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Bulldog ant (Bull ant)

Myrmecia forficata

Description:

Very large aggressive ant with large slender mandibles. The prominent mound nest is a familiar sight in open bush. Some ants are usually guarding the nest entrance.

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1 Comment

MartinL
MartinL 11 years ago

The abdomen (gaster) is so shiny, I can see my reflection.

MartinL
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MartinL

Victoria, Australia

Spotted on Apr 21, 2013
Submitted on Apr 21, 2013

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