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The Cannibal Ants Trapped in a Nuclear Bunker

The Cannibal Ants Trapped in a Nuclear Bunker

Zachary Liu

In a Cold War-era Polish bunker, over a million wood ants survived decades of darkness by cannibalizing their dead. Discovered by scientists in 2013, this unique ecosystem included mites and...

The Cannibal Ants Trapped in a Nuclear Bunker

Zachary Liu

In a Cold War-era Polish bunker, over a million wood ants survived decades of darkness by cannibalizing their dead. Discovered...

Ants for Christmas? A Guide to Responsibly Gifting Ants (And Pets Overall!)

Ants for Christmas? A Guide to Responsibly Gift...

Zachary Liu

Learn how to gift ants responsibly with tips on preparation, timing, and Ant Colony Vouchers. Ensure a joyful, informed start to ant-keeping for your loved ones!

Ants for Christmas? A Guide to Responsibly Gift...

Zachary Liu

Learn how to gift ants responsibly with tips on preparation, timing, and Ant Colony Vouchers. Ensure a joyful, informed start...

Leafcutter Ants: Nature’s Tiny Farmers

Leafcutter Ants: Nature’s Tiny Farmers

Zachary Liu

Discover how leafcutter ants shape tropical ecosystems, from farming fungus and creating massive nests to influencing soil health and greenhouse gas emissions.

Leafcutter Ants: Nature’s Tiny Farmers

Zachary Liu

Discover how leafcutter ants shape tropical ecosystems, from farming fungus and creating massive nests to influencing soil health and greenhouse...

How Do Ants Choose Their Queen?

How Do Ants Choose Their Queen?

Zachary Liu

Discover how ants select their queens through a mix of environmental cues, pheromones, and social behaviors, shaping each colony's leadership and survival.

How Do Ants Choose Their Queen?

Zachary Liu

Discover how ants select their queens through a mix of environmental cues, pheromones, and social behaviors, shaping each colony's leadership...

Ant Life Cycle

Ant Life Cycle

Zachary Liu

Discover the fascinating life cycle of ants, from egg to adult, and how colonies grow from a single queen to complex societies with specialized roles.

Ant Life Cycle

Zachary Liu

Discover the fascinating life cycle of ants, from egg to adult, and how colonies grow from a single queen to...

Ant Anatomy

Ant Anatomy

Zachary Liu

Discover the anatomy of ants, from external features like the petiole and propodeal spines to internal organs and specialized glands that produce pheromones.

Ant Anatomy

Zachary Liu

Discover the anatomy of ants, from external features like the petiole and propodeal spines to internal organs and specialized glands...

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