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Ant Acid Attack

Many thanks to Worker Correspondant Jason Bates, who sent us this video by the BBC, which could also be called “Until the cows come home”:

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2 responses to “Ant Acid Attack”

  1. Robert Sitko Avatar
    Robert Sitko

    What’s the effect on the ants themselves who seem to be showered by their own acid secretions?

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    1. Benjamin Blanchard Avatar
      Benjamin Blanchard

      I expect they may have some resistance to it and/or a few are sacrificed for the good of many!

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