Polyrhacis schistacea ant on a grass stem in defensive position, Pongola, Kwazulu Natal, South Africa

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A medium sized ant found along the east coast of Sub-Saharan Africa in savannah. Often seen on stalks of grass and foliage on the ground. P. schistacea distinguished by hairs all over the thorax; sometimes considered a pest.

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Location: Pongola, Kwazulu Natal Province, South Africa
Photo credit: © Emil von Maltitz / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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