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Ant key 40

Subfamily Formicinae

Scapes surpassing the rear margin of the head by less than half their length (Fig. a). 2 undescribed Australian species. Nylanderia spp
Scapes surpassing the rear margin of the head by two-thirds their length or more (Fig. b). Quarantine threat, several incursions (2001-03) have been detected in Auckland and Tauranga at the ports. An eradication attempt is currently underway. P. longicornis
Fig. a [Nylanderia vaga] profile. Image: April Nobile (Specimen: CASENT0103253). www.antweb.org Image
Fig. a Nylanderia vaga profile. Image: April Nobile (Specimen: CASENT0103253). www.antweb.org
Fig. b [Paratrechina longicornis] profile. Image: April Nobile (Specimen: CASENT0125348). www.antweb.org Image
Fig. b Paratrechina longicornis profile. Image: April Nobile (Specimen: CASENT0125348). www.antweb.org