Friday, June 5, 2009

This is the Crematogaster type of ants. Members of this species-rich genus nest in cavities. This ant has a small sting and exudes a repellent.It is common on the underside of leaves of the Sea Hibiscus (Hibiscus tiliaceus), feeding on the slot-like nectaries of the thick veins at the base of the leaves.
Done by: EdDIE
Environmentalist Blogged:5:19 AM
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