In this webcast The Brain Scoop takes an interesting look at the homes of eusocial animals and other insects. The video includes many interesting details including that adult weaver ants can’t produce the silk used to weave leaves together so they pick up their larva and use them like a glue stick.
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Very interesting story about the architecture of insects. They create very interesting shapes.
Wow! Awesome article and very entertaining story about insects. Animals are awesome! Keep it up!
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