Category: Ants

Using a magnifying glass to set fire to ants is a bit more complex than you might think. The process involves focusing the sun’s rays on a particular object, using…Continue readingDo Ants Burn Under Magnifying Glass?

Several species of fire ants are found worldwide. They are omnivorous arthropods that feed on a variety of things. They can be found in a variety of habitats, from urban…Continue readingDo Ants Like Fire?

ants are social insects that have evolved from a wasp-like ancestor 140 million years ago. They are one of the most common insects on earth. They are known for their…Continue readingWhat Do Ants Turn Into?

Several ant species hibernate during winter. They need a warm place to rest. They also need food and water. They may come inside your home during dry periods to seek…Continue readingWhy Do Ants Come in the House in Winter?

Having ants in the house can be a major nuisance. They can cause massive structural damage, and can be a financial nightmare. Fortunately, there are a few things that you…Continue readingHow Are Ants Attracted to Humans?

Observation of ants in nature shows that some species are actively engaged in “tending” or protecting caterpillars. These ants often follow a pheromone trail to find food. Ants can be…Continue readingHow Do Ants Help Caterpillars?

Whether ants help or hurt trees is a question that’s hard to answer. Depending on the species, ants can be beneficial or harmful to a tree. Some species of ants,…Continue readingDo Ants Help Trees?

Whether you are an ant fanatic or an insect aficionado, you are probably wondering “Do ants help us?” Well, they can, in many ways. They are highly adaptable and efficient.…Continue readingDo Ants Help Us?

During foraging for food, ants lay down pheromone trails to tell other ants where food is. Pheromones also indicate danger to other ants. When ants notice a pheromone trail, they…Continue readingHow Do Ants Notice Missing Ants?

During a natural disaster, ants might carry away dead members of their hive, but will they stay away from dead ants? In some cases, ants will avoid dead ants as…Continue readingWill Ants Stay Away From Dead Ants?

Termites and flying ants can cause a lot of damage to your home. They can cause billions of dollars of property damage every year. However, ants are harmless to most…Continue readingHow Do Termites and Flying Ants Lose Their Wings When They Land?

Despite the name, ants are not solitary creatures. They are typically social eaters, meaning that they share the same “hive mind” as their nestmates. Some ants, such as arboreal turtle…Continue readingHow Do Ants Get Lost?

During the summer, ants can become a problem in homes. They may enter through windows, doors, and small holes in screens. Ants can also invade homes through holes in the…Continue readingHow Do Ants Make Doors?

Besides the fact that ants are a very invasive species, there are a number of reasons why they engage in war. One of the main reasons is competition for food.…Continue readingWhy Do Ants Make War?

Unlike humans, cats are carnivores and are known to have a natural affinity for small prey. Ants are known to be a good source of protein, calcium and iron. They…Continue readingDo Ants Make Cats High?

During the nineteenth century, royal jelly was studied extensively. Scientists discovered that it had some mystery properties and anti-aging effects. It was also thought to be helpful in treating male…Continue readingHow Do Ants Make Royal Jelly?

Depending on the species, ants may not be afraid of humans. However, some species, such as the twig ant, are able to defend themselves by biting. Other ants, such as…Continue readingDo Ants Avoid Humans?

Using other insects to get rid of ants is not always the best solution. It can replace one pest infestation with another. Natural predators of ants include ant-killing insects, spiders,…Continue readingDo Ants Have Natural Predators?

Generally, ants are cold-blooded animals, and have no natural affinity to light. However, they do have special photoreceptors that allow them to discriminate between different hues. They use light to…Continue readingWhy Do Ants Need Light?

Unlike other insects, ants don’t actually bite humans, instead they sting us with a venomous sting. They do this to defend themselves from other creatures. The venom they release causes…Continue readingWhat Chemical Do Ants Release When They Bite Us?