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Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University

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.

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