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Large ants
One for the BIMBO members of the forum,I imagine these large ants (think these are Myramecia gulsa-of the top of my head,without checking the entomological books),would not be found in Roma St parklands.We had a nest near the house years ago,and I always looked after it.But have not seen them for years,but recent storm damage had tractors pushing fallen trees along road,they disturb a nest,it was good to see these again-I quickly dropped everything I was doing and grabbed macro gear.Took a few frames-but they did not stay still very long,and some came towards me and ended up on clothing,so after a few frames (and not getting bitten) I thought I did well.These are about two inches long.
Oh by the way-used a Canon 60 mm macro lens-so had to get close!,if there was a good reason to get the 100 mm version of this lens-this would be it!
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