Dinoponera australis
Misiones, Argentina
Dinoponera australis
Misiones, Argentina
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The large toothy mandibles of an ant conceal a more delicate set of inner mouthparts. While the gaping jaws are useful for grasping and holding, the finer tasks of tasting and eating are carried out by the labia and maxillae.
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