Nest formation by two queens of Oecophylla cf smaragdinus

We are proud to present pictures of a collective nest formation of two Oecophylla queens. The animals started their nest in a rolled-up leave held together by silk. The pictures were taken near the Beringgis Beach Resort by Dr. med. Andreas Freytag.

 

Collective nest formation by two Oecophylla smaragdina queens Collective nest formation by two Oecophylla smaragdina queens Collective nest formation by two Oecophylla smaragdina queens Collective nest formation by two Oecophylla smaragdina queens

 

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