Differences in mandible length
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The scientists saw extreme diversification in mandible length relative to the size of the head in different species of Fijian trap-jaw ants. (Left) S. oasis has a relatively short mandible. (Right) S. nidifex has a relatively long mandible.
The scientists saw extreme diversification in mandible length, relative to the size of the head, in different species of Fijian trap-jaw ants. (Left) S. oasis has a relatively short mandible. (Right) S. nidifex has a relatively long mandible.
Date:
17 July 2020
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