Pseudolasius machhediensis, a New Ant Species from Indian Himalaya (Hymenoptera: Formicidae)

Abstract

Pseudolasius machhediensis sp. nov. is described from India. This marks the second species of this genus reported in India, with only Pseudolasius familiaris (F. Smith) described earlier. An identification key to worker caste is provided to separate the Indian species.

Keywords

• Pseudolasius
• ants
• new species
• Indian Himalaya.