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Ants - The ultimate social insects (Hardcover)
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Ants - The ultimate social insects (Hardcover)
Series: British Wildlife Collection
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'Brilliant, Fantastic and Significant' - Dr George McGavin Ants are
seemingly everywhere, and this familiarity has led to some
contemptuous and less than helpful stereotypes. In this compelling
insight into the natural and cultural history of ants, Richard
Jones helps to unravel some of the myths and misunderstanding
surrounding their remarkable behaviours. Ant aggregations in large
(often mind-bogglingly huge) nests are a complex mix of genetics,
chemistry, geography and higher social interaction. Their forage
trails - usually to aphid colonies but occasionally into the larder
- are maintained by a wondrous alchemy of molecular scents and
markers. Their social colony structure confused natural
philosophers of old and still taxes the modern biologist today.
Beginning the book with a straightforward look at ant morphology,
Jones then explores the ant species found in the British Isles and
parts of nearby mainland Europe, their foraging, nesting,
navigating and battle instincts, how ants interact with the
landscape, their evolution, and their place in our understanding of
how life on earth works. Alongside this, he explores the complex
relationship between humans and ants, and how ants went from being
the subject of fables and moral storytelling to become popular
research tools. Drawing on up-to-date science and featuring
striking colour photographs throughout, this book presents a
convincing case for why ants are worth our greater recognition and
respect.
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