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Green tree ant nest. This is a common ant in the tropics and when the nest is disturbed, the ants emergence to attack in large numbers. People who brush the nests often receive numerous bites. |
Fortunately, while the bites are momentarily painful, no venom is injected and once the ant is removed, no after effects remain. |
The formidable mandibles of the Bull ant, Myrmecia spp., however the bite isnt worse than the sting (which is at the other end). |