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Scientific evidence that cats are liquids, and when ants started their fungus farms
Science Magazine Podcast
The Symbiosis of Ants and Fungi
This chapter investigates the complex and fascinating relationship between over 240 ant species and their fungus gardens, elucidating how this agricultural behavior may have evolved in response to climatic shifts following a significant meteor impact. It discusses the historical and evolutionary development of this mutualism, revealing insights gained from recent genomic studies and phylogenetic analyses. The chapter also compares fungal farming among ants and termites, offering a broader perspective on non-human agricultural practices.
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