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Small (1.5-2mm), yellow colour, cryptic species (nest underground), not aggressive, no strong morphological differences between minor and major workers, established in Auckland in approximately 2001. Solenopsis sp
Larger (2-6mm), reddish colour, construct large dirt mounds (nests) above ground, strong morphological differences between minor and major workers, not established in New Zealand. Solenopsis invicta
red imported fire ant)