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Ant mound, artwork
Ant mound. Artwork of an ant mound, the base from which these colonial eusocial insects forage for food and in which their larvae (young) are raised. The mound is shown as a cutaway artwork, showing the queen (bottom) laying eggs from her swollen abdomen. The eggs are then taken to other chambers and cared for until they hatch into larvae, which then fed until they pupate into the adult forms. The column of ants at left is bringing food and building materials to the mound. At lower left, an insect is being dissected, and an aphid has been caught on the plant at centre
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Ants Aphid Building Colonial Column Cut Away Eggs Entomological Eusocial Insects Killed Larva Larvae Prey Re Production Reproducing Social Ant Hill
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This print showcases an incredible artwork of an ant mound, revealing the intricate world of these colonial eusocial insects. The cutaway view allows us to witness the fascinating life cycle within the mound. At the bottom, we can see the queen ant diligently laying eggs from her swollen abdomen, a testament to her vital role in sustaining the colony. These precious eggs are then carefully transported to separate chambers where they receive utmost care until hatching into tiny larvae. The column of ants on the left side demonstrates their tireless efforts in bringing food and building materials to support their bustling community. Meanwhile, at lower left, a meticulous dissection is taking place, shedding light on entomological studies that unravel secrets about these remarkable creatures. In addition, a captured aphid perched on a plant at center serves as a reminder of nature's interconnectedness. This stunning illustration not only highlights biological processes such as reproduction and social behavior but also emphasizes the architectural prowess exhibited by ants when constructing their mounds. Against a pristine white background, this artwork captures both scientific precision and artistic brilliance.
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