Wood Ant (Formica lemani) adult worker, carrying naked (not cocooned) pupae in nest, Powys, Wales, August
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Wood Ant (Formica lemani) adult worker, carrying naked (not cocooned) pupae in nest, Powys, Wales, August
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9671401
© FLPA/Richard Becker
Ants Care Carries Carry Carrying Cymru Formicidae Move Moves Moving Nest Nesting Nests Powys Pupa Pupae Social Tend Tended Tending Wales Welsh Worker Workers
Wood Ant Supermom - Juggling Babies and Nesting Duties in Wales!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot captured by FLPA/Richard Becker, we witness the incredible multitasking skills of a Wood Ant (Formica lemani) adult worker in Powys, Wales. This hardworking insect is seen carrying naked pupae – not cocooned – with utmost care and precision. It's a scene straight out of a nature documentary! The industrious ant showcases its remarkable strength as it navigates through the intricate nest, delicately cradling the vulnerable pupae. With each step, it demonstrates its unwavering commitment to tending to these precious young ones. This heartwarming display of parental devotion reminds us that family matters even in the smallest creatures. Just like any loving parent, this Wood Ant understands the importance of nurturing and protecting their offspring. The picturesque Welsh landscape serves as an idyllic backdrop for this intimate moment between mother (?) and child (?). As summer blankets Powys with warmth, wildlife thrives under clear blue skies. It's a testament to how British nature flourishes in harmony with its surroundings. So next time you stumble upon an anthill or spot ants scurrying about on your picnic blanket, take a moment to appreciate their tireless efforts. These tiny superheroes are always on duty - caring for their babies while building thriving communities beneath our feet!
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