ISSN:
1420-9071
Keywords:
Sting
;
Tetramorium caespitum
;
ant
;
trail laying
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Summary The change in sting morphology ofTetramorium caespitum is described in detail. The sting-tip may protrude/retract from the sting-ending during its stinging/non-stinging process respectively. A possible trail laying function of the stings terminal membranous sheath is proposed.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01975879