Six New Ant Species Found in Madagascar
First it was 10 new species of spiders, and now it’s six new species of ants found in Madagascar. Two researchers from the California Academy of Sciences, Rick Overson and […]
The Cliff-Diving Ant of Madagascar Heroically Protects its Nest
In 2014, researchers at the California Academy of Sciences (CAS) added 221 new plant and animal species to the family tree, enriching our understanding of Earth’s complex web of life. […]
Ant Larvae Cannibalize Eggs in their own Colonies
To the casual observer, the colonies of social insects like bees and ants appear to be harmonious societies where individuals work together for the common good, but appearances can be […]
Newly Discovered Ant Supports Alternate Theory of Species Formation
A newly-discovered species of ant supports a controversial theory of species formation. The ant, only found in a single patch of eucalyptus trees on the São Paulo State University campus […]