Wolbachia in Ant

September 11, 2023

Sample information
Picture
Photos by: Anna B.
Location
Collection date 10/30/2020
Captive / Cultivated? Wild-caught
Group Hillsboro High School
Observations

There was nothing out of the ordinary about this ant. It was found in a sidewalk crack.
Putative identification Arthropoda Hexapoda

Methods
Extraction kit
DNA extraction location
Single or Duplex PCR
Gel electrophoresis system Standard electrophoresis system
Buffer
DNA stain
Gel images
Protocol notes

Results
Wolbachia presence Yes
Confidence level High
Explanation of confidence level
Wolbachia 16S sequence
Arthropod COI sequence
Summary The Hexapoda was found to be postive for Wolbachia.
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