Prolasius advenus facts for kids
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| Prolasius advenus worker | |
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Formicinae
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Prolasius
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P. advenus
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| Prolasius advenus (Smith, F., 1862)
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Prolasius advenus is a species of ant in the genus Prolasius. It is endemic to New Zealand, widespread across the North and South Islands, including offshore islands. It is a relatively small ant, with workers 2.9-3.5mm in length. Its common name is small brown bush ant.
Biology
Colonies can include hundreds of workers and multiple queens. Prolasius advenus is found in a variety of forest habitats. It is a generalist forager, preying upon and scavenging small arthropods, as well as tending mealy-bugs and scale insects for honeydew.
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