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Weaver Ant

Oecophylla smaragdina

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Field Notes

Description:

Red/brown ants. Maybe 1-2cm long

Habitat:

In the Jungle

Notes:

These ants are making a nest. Some hold it together while others stitch it. Amazing to watch.

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Weaver ant

Species ID Suggestions

Weaver Ant

Oecophylla smaragdina
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National Geographic's Great Nature Project
Mission
2014 Best Wildlife Photo
Mission
Biodiversity of Cambodia
Photographed
PublishedSeptember 23, 2014

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