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How Big was the largest ant colony?The largest ant colony ever cast belonged to a species of leafcutter ants in Brazil. Scientists poured molten aluminum into the underground tunnels of the colony to create a cast of its entire structure. What they discovered was a labyrinth of intricate tunnels and chambers that spanned 50 square meters (about the size of an apartment). This colony housed millions of ants, and the cast revealed the complexity of their underground world—complete with rooms for fungus farming, nurseries, and intricate ventilation systems.
Leafcutter ants are known for their agricultural prowess. They cut pieces of leaves and bring them underground to cultivate a fungus, which they use as their primary food source. The cast of this colony showed just how organized their underground "cities" can be. The chambers are strategically placed to help regulate temperature, prevent mold, and keep the fungus alive and thriving.
The casting process allowed scientists to get a rare glimpse into the hidden architecture of one of nature’s most industrious insects. The cast revealed the sheer scale of the operation and the remarkable teamwork required to build and maintain such a massive structure. Each ant has a specific role, from foraging for leaves to tending to the fungus, and all of these tasks are coordinated to keep the colony running smoothly.
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Leafcutter ants are known for their agricultural prowess. They cut pieces of leaves and bring them underground to cultivate a fungus, which they use as their primary food source. The cast of this colony showed just how organized their underground "cities" can be. The chambers are strategically placed to help regulate temperature, prevent mold, and keep the fungus alive and thriving.
The casting process allowed scientists to get a rare glimpse into the hidden architecture of one of nature’s most industrious insects. The cast revealed the sheer scale of the operation and the remarkable teamwork required to build and maintain such a massive structure. Each ant has a specific role, from foraging for leaves to tending to the fungus, and all of these tasks are coordinated to keep the colony running smoothly.
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