I found a Camponotus pennsylvanicus queen running along the pavement last night. I took many photos and plan to let her go soon because I have a Camponotus pennsylvanicus colony.
I used a HP photosmart R817 5 MP, nothing special about this camera. I take photos on white paper or any surface that increases the affect of the flash. I took many photos but few come out good. Note I took the first 2 photos in a styrofoam cup.
A huge flight happened yesterday between 5-6 pm that I believe was Lasius neoniger. I collected around 30 queens but kept 10 for two colonies and took many pics. The colonies.
Not so lucky queens.
She had to drag him into this...
Fresh start, just hope Tetramorium workers don't find her nest.