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Weaver ant
Oecophylla smaragdina
10.4544, 76.2423
Field Notes
Description:
Weaver ants vary in color from reddish to yellowish brown dependent on the species. They measure about 1 cm in length.
Habitat:
Weaver ants are arboreal and are known for their unique nest building behaviour where workers construct nests by weaving together leaves using larval silk. They are found in a belt that extends from Eastern Africa to the North of Australia through South and South East Asia.
Notes:
Although weaver ants lack a functional sting they can inflict painful bites and often spray formic acid directly at the bite wound causing intense discomfort.
Shot on Nikon D750
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