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The Weight of Ants: The Surprising Role of Ants in Our Ecosystems
05:30 - 10:54 (05:23)
Ants make up a significant percentage of the total weight of living things on earth, and some, like the red fire ant, even eat flesh. These small but mighty creatures play a crucial role in ecosystems, and the podcast delves into their fascinating behavior and characteristics.
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Ants are closely related to wasps and were evolved from them.
05:30 - 06:50 (01:19)
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Ants are closely related to wasps and were evolved from them. The stinger on the ant is a modified ovipositor and their worker ants are sterile females who use their ovipositors as stingers.
ChapterThe Weight of Ants: The Surprising Role of Ants in Our Ecosystems
EpisodeAnts! Part 1!
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Adult ants on earth today are estimated to be around 10 to the 15th power, making up 15 to 25% of the total weight of all living things.
06:50 - 09:02 (02:12)
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Adult ants on earth today are estimated to be around 10 to the 15th power, making up 15 to 25% of the total weight of all living things. Some ant species, such as the red fire ants, even eat flesh.
ChapterThe Weight of Ants: The Surprising Role of Ants in Our Ecosystems
EpisodeAnts! Part 1!
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Learn about the fascinating abilities and behaviors of red imported fire ants in this animal-themed episode of the podcast.
09:02 - 10:54 (01:52)
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Learn about the fascinating abilities and behaviors of red imported fire ants in this animal-themed episode of the podcast. Did you know they are omnivores and can even eat human flesh?