Leptomyrmex lugubris Wheeler, 1934 junior synonym of current valid taxon Leptomyrmex niger Emery, 1900
Leptomyrmex lugubris Wheeler, 1934c: 110, fig. 14c,d (w.) NEW GUINEA (Papua New Guinea). Australasia.
Primary type information: Primary type material: 6 syntype workers. Primary type locality: Papua New Guinea: junction of Bulolo and Watut Creeks, Biolowat, 2000-3000 ft (H. Stevens). Primary type depositories: MCZC, MVMA.
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