torstai 9. huhtikuuta 2026

PUNAKEKOMUURAHAINEN (Formica rufa) the red wood ant

 


13 kommenttia:

  1. A great, interesting photo of the hustle and bustle.

    VastaaPoista
    Vastaukset
    1. Thank you very much. This anthill was found in a sunny spot. The ants had climbed outside the hill. It has still been freezing here. No ants have been seen elsewhere yet.

      Poista
  2. Nice photo! It's a lot of life there.i have them in my garden too. They bite a lot.

    VastaaPoista
    Vastaukset
    1. Ouch! That hurts! Have you seen how ants defend their nest? I've taken a close-up picture of them. The ants spray acid from their anuses together.

      Poista
  3. Ants are amazing little things. Great photo :-D

    VastaaPoista
    Vastaukset
    1. They are strong! You can often see trails made by ants in the forest near a large anthill. If we make the mistake of stopping near the mound, they will climb up your shoe and bite you painfully.

      Poista