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Carpenter ant and Treehoppers

Camponotus spp

Description:

This ant is probably feeding on nutrient secretions secreted by the treehoppers , in exchange it offers them protection against predators.

Habitat:

Were in a tree known as a cow's nail - Bauhinia forficata.

Notes:

Identification by: http://www.insetologia.com.br/2015/09/so...

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FernandoMSoares
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FernandoMSoares

São José dos Campos, SP, Brazil

Spotted on Sep 27, 2015
Submitted on May 27, 2017

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