A Morphological and Molecular Review of Camponotus terebrans (Lowne) (Hymenoptera : Formicidae)

Abstract

Camponotus terebrans (Lowne) of the subfamily Formicinae is reviewed with the aid of both morphological and allozyme techniques. C. testaceipes (Smith) and C. darlingtoni Wheeler are previously recognised synonyms while C. latrunculus victoriensis Santschi and C. myoporus Clark are newly proposed synonyms. C. darlingtoni is removed from synonymy and its lectotype is designated. Although considerable variation has been recognised in this species, this variation is considered to be clinal. A description of this variable species and its known distribution is presented. Examples of its habitat preferences and behaviour are also included.