17
May
‘Crazy ants’ invade southeastern U.S.
The invading ants are wiping out native species, but scientists say their spread can be contained.
17
May
‘Crazy ants’ invade southeastern U.S.
The invading ants are wiping out native species, but scientists say their spread can be contained.
25
Apr
13 natural remedies for the ant invasion
Ants are making their way into homes this time of year. Thankfully there are natural pest control methods to help you cope with and eliminate the problem. Plus, many of the solutions use what you already have in your cupboard!
19
Apr
Ants ‘use math’ to find quickest route
Ants use pheromones to judge which route will yield the shortest walking time and therefore which path to take.
12
Apr
Ants lead the way on earthquake prediction
Researchers suspect that the insects pick up changing gas emissions or local shifts in the Earth’s magnetic field.
15
Feb
Infographic: Mother Nature’s Pop Science Guide to Ants
Ants outnumber, outweigh and outwork humans, yet we rarely give them a second glance — unless they’re raiding our pantries or ruining our picnics. In honor of this tireless, thankless dedication, MNN offers a graphical tribute to the awe-inspiring antics of ants
17
Jan
24
Sep
Invasive ‘crazy ants’ identified and classified
Identification allows customs officials to watch for ants at borders and will allow entomologists to find animals that will prey on species.
10
Sep
5 fun facts about ants
They’re pretty annoying when they march on in to your personal space. But also, ants are totally amazing.
26
Jun
40 new ant species discovered in Philippines
One of the newly discovered ants has a unique mouth with mandibles that are extended on stems!
14
Jun
Carnivorous pitcher plant’s lid tricks ants — but only when it rains
The rain triggers a vibration on the sugar- and wax-coated lid that then drops the unsuspecting ant or fly into the hungry plant.
