Myrmica Rubra Male
I had high hopes to witness the nuptial flight of this species, it was warm, humid and there are some males out and about looking ready to fly. Then the rain came and the ants went away!!
I will keep an eye out and see if the virgin Queens come out tonight/tomorrow!
''Myrmica rubra'', also known as the European fire ant or common red ant, is a species of ant of the genus ''Myrmica'', found all over Europe and in some parts of North America and Asia. They are mainly red in colour, with slightly darker pigmentation on the head. The ants live under stones, fallen trees, and in soil. They are aggressive ants, often attacking rather than running away, and are equipped with a stinger, though lack the ability to spray formic acid like the genus ''Formica''.
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