From the Vault: Do ants make traps?
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Exploring the Symbiotic Relationship Between Arboreal Ants and a Specific Amazonian Plant
The chapter delves into a Nature paper from 2005 discussing how arboreal ants form traps to catch prey on the Amazonian plant Hertella physophora. It highlights the symbiotic bond between the plant and the ants, showcasing the innovative ways in which the ants create their nests to capture food.
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