Why invasive ants are a silent threat to our ecosystems
Invasive ants are a major threat to biodiversity, according to a study.
Maximillian Tercel, PhD candidate, Cardiff University
• conversation
Sept. 19, 2023 • ~6 min
Sept. 19, 2023 • ~6 min
Smell is the crucial sense that holds ant society together, helping the insects recognize, communicate and cooperate with one another
Researchers explore what happens when ants can’t properly use smell to detect friend from foe.
Stephen Ferguson, Postdoctoral Scholar in Biological Sciences, Vanderbilt University •
conversation
March 13, 2023 • ~7 min
March 13, 2023 • ~7 min
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