ocelli
ommatidia absent

Imaging technique:
Illustration
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Description:
The posteromedian portion of the head lacking 1-3 simple eyes consisting of single beadlike lens. Used in Antkey to distinguish among formicine species. The character is not always reliable, however, and should be used with caution.
Creator:
Eli Sarnat
ommatidia present

Imaging technique:
Illustration
Keywords:
Description:
The posteromedian portion of the head with 1-3 simple eyes consisting of single beadlike lens. Used in Antkey to distinguish among formicine species. The character is not always reliable, however, and should be used with caution.
Creator:
Eli Sarnat
head with 3 distinct ocelli

Imaging technique:
Photograph
Keywords:
Description:
head with three distinct ocelli
Creator:
Eli Sarnat