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Abstract
In this study we present a taxonomic update for the Oceanian Proceratium. A recent
ant biodiversity survey in Samoa collected an unknown Proceratium species, which we
describe here as Proceratium silisili sp. n. This new species also presents the first
record of this genus, as well as the whole subfamily Proceratiinae, in Samoa. Proceratium
silisili is clearly distinguishable from the other Oceanian Proceratium species based
on the differences in petiole node shape, number of mandible teeth, shape of the abdominal
segment IV, as well as the surface sculpture on the head. A detailed description of
P. silisili, high-quality specimen images, as well as an identification key to Oceanian
species and a diagnostic discussion are provided.