The social organization of Oecophylla smaragdina (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) colonies and their functional activity

Published: 10 October 2024| Version 2 | DOI: 10.17632/rh35my7tyt.2
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The dataset and analyses conducted provided valuable findings on the existence of five workers distinct sub-caste in the Asian weaver ant colonies sampled in oil palm plantations and Calamansi lemon trees in Malaysia. This does contrast with the classical bimodal worker distribution as major and minor only. We have polymorphic workers presenting a definite multimodal distribution. The major big worker MBW, the major intermediate worker, MIW, the intermediate worker 3 IM3, the intermediate worker 2 IM2 and minor worker MW.

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This study is a chapter article for publication to fulfill the Ph. D requirements for graduation.

Institutions

  • Universiti Malaya Fakulti Sains
    Wilayah Persekutuan, Kuala Lumpur
  • Collectivite Territoriale de Guyane
    Cayenne

Categories

Taxonomy, Novel Diagnostics, Predators, Agricultural Entomology, Insect Behavior, Ant, Biological Control Agents, Animal Systematics

Funders

  • Institute of Research Management and Services, University of Malaya
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Collectivité Territoriale de Martinique
    Martinique, Martinique
    Grant ID: Doctoral Ph. D scholarship 3 years to EXELIS MOISE PIERRE (EU funds)

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