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Brains On! Science podcast for kids
How do animals build their homes?
Sep 19, 2023
Discover the fascinating ways animals build their homes, from ant nests to intricate spider webs. Learn about worker ant behavior and the strength of spider silk. Explore the impact of beaver dams on ecosystems. The podcast includes a mystery sound and engages with young listeners through roll call.
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- Hornets use chewed wood and spit to create paper-thin nests, serving as nurseries for their larvae.
- Ants create vast underground cities, altering their surroundings and controlling temperature and humidity levels.
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Animal Builders: Hornets and Their Paper Nests
Hornets are skilled builders, using chewed wood and spit to create paper-thin material. They construct nests with walls made out of this unique material, which is both light and strong. The nests serve as nurseries for hornet larvae, with thousands of small six-sided cells acting as cribs for the growing grubs. Despite their impressive construction skills, the hornet nests were not fitting for the Garden of Eaton cafeteria at Brainson headquarters due to limited space.
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