Myrmecia potteri explained

Myrmecia potteri is an Australian ant which belongs to the genus Myrmecia. This species is native to Australia. Myrmecia potteri is reportedly distributed in the eastern states of Australia.[1] Only two confirmed specimens exist.

The size for a worker Myrmecia potteri is around 12-13 millimetres long. It is primarily black. Mandibles, antennae, legs, and several other features are brown. The tarsi is a lighter and more yellowish-brown colour.[2] [3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Myrmecia potteri Clark, 1951. . Govt of Australia . 13 March 2014 .
  2. Book: Clark, John . The Formicidae of Australia (Volume 1) . Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, Australia. Melbourne . 1951 . 168–169 .
  3. Book: Taylor, R.W. . Formicoidea . Australia . 1985 . 144 .