Stigmatomma oregonensis queen in mate-calling posture, in a laboratory nest.  She extrudes her sting to release pheromones.

Quincy, California, USA
Stigmatomma oregonensis queen in mate-calling posture, in a laboratory nest.  She extrudes her sting to release pheromones.

Quincy, California, USA
Stigmatomma oregonensis queen in mate-calling posture, in a laboratory nest.  She extrudes her sting to release pheromones.

Quincy, California, USA
Stigmatomma oregonensis queen in mate-calling posture, in a laboratory nest. She extrudes her sting to release pheromones.

Quincy, California, USA
Stigmatomma oregonensis queen in mate-calling posture, in a laboratory nest.  She extrudes her sting to release pheromones.

Quincy, California, USA
Stigmatomma oregonensis queen in mate-calling posture, in a laboratory nest. She extrudes her sting to release pheromones.

Quincy, California, USA
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